Date Type: Cultural Events

National Bobblehead Day is an annual official holiday that was developed by the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum. The annual festival of the unique bobblehead toy is celebrated on January 7th. The first National Bobblehead Day was celebrated on Wednesday, January 7, 2015.

Selena Day | Cultural Events | Apr 16

On April 12, 1995, two weeks after Tejano singer Selena’s tragic death, George W. Bush, who was then governor of Texas, declared her birthday, April 16, as Selena Day in the state. Bush said that Selena represented “the essence of south Texas culture.”

National Trivia Day | Cultural Events | Jan 4

National Trivia Day is celebrated yearly on January 4th. People’s obsession with trivia has been a part of popular culture for generations and it’s that passion which drives FanCalendar to find the most interesting events, dates and history for our readers. Most of us are competitive and social beings and trivia blends the two perfectly. ….

Black History Month | Cultural Events | Feb 1 - Feb 28

Christmas | Holidays | Dec 25

New Year's Day | Holidays | Jan 1

4-4 Day | Cultural Events | Apr 4

Marvel Studios used April 4, 2024 as an opportunity to announce the official title of The Fantastic Four: First Steps, coronating April 4th as 4-4 Day. However, the superhero group actually made their first appearance in The Fantastic Four #1, published in Marvel Comics November of 1961. The Fantastic Four was the first superhero team ….

Wear Willie Day | Cultural Events | Dec 9

On December 9th we recognize Weary Willie Day, which celebrates the art of clowning and the impact it has on our lives and culture around the world. Weary Willie Day is named for the character made famous by Emmett Kelly, who was born on this day in 1898.