๐๐ ๐Christmas
Dec 25
A major Christian festival celebrating the birth of Jesus, marked by gift-giving, decorating trees, and family feasts.
โจ Fun Fact: "Jingle Bells" was originally written for Thanksgiving.
๐๐๏ธBoxing Day
Dec 26
A public holiday in many Commonwealth countries historically reserved for giving gifts to the poor or servants.
โจ Fun Fact: It is called St. Stephen's Day in Ireland and Catalonia.
๐ฅ๐พ๐New Year's Eve
Dec 31
The last day of the year, celebrated with parties, countdowns, and fireworks.
โจ Fun Fact: The ball drop in Times Square has been a tradition since 1907, with only two interruptions during WWII.
๐๐ฐ๐คตWedding
Any Day
A special celebration of love and commitment between two people.
โจ Fun Fact: The tradition of wearing 'something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue' dates back to the Victorian era.
๐ป๐ฑ๏ธCyber Monday
1st Monday after BF
The Monday after Thanksgiving, dedicated to online shopping deals, initially created to encourage e-commerce.
โจ Fun Fact: It was invented in 2005 by the National Retail Federation.
๐ธ๐ท๏ธBlack Friday
4th Friday in Nov
The Friday following Thanksgiving, known for massive sales and kicking off the Christmas shopping season.
โจ Fun Fact: The term originated in Philadelphia, describing the heavy traffic.
๐๐ฅ๐New Year's Day
Jan 1
Marking the first day of the Gregorian year.
โจ Fun Fact: Kiribati is the first nation to ring in the New Year.
๐งง๐๐ฎLunar New Year
Jan/Feb (New Moon)
The start of the lunisolar year, focusing on family and luck.
โจ Fun Fact: Washing hair on day one is considered bad luck!
๐๐๐Birthday
Any Day
A yearly celebration of someone's birth, marked by parties, gifts, and cake.
โจ Fun Fact: The tradition of birthday candles comes from ancient Greece, where people believed the smoke from candles carried wishes to the gods.
๐๐๐พRetirement
Any Day
A celebration marking the end of a career and the beginning of a new chapter.
โจ Fun Fact: The word 'retirement' comes from the French word 'retirer,' meaning 'to withdraw.'
๐ ๐ก๐Housewarming/Moving Day
Any Day
A celebration of a new home and fresh start.
โจ Fun Fact: The tradition of giving housewarming gifts dates back to ancient Rome, where people would bring oil to light the new home's fire.
๐๐๐Graduation
Any Day
A celebration of academic achievement and the start of a new journey.
โจ Fun Fact: The tradition of throwing caps in the air began during World War II when sailors would throw their hats in the air upon returning home.
๐พ๐ถ๐Adoption Day (Child/Pet)
Any Day
A celebration of the special day when a family is forever changed by welcoming a new member.
โจ Fun Fact: National Adoption Day in the US is celebrated on the Saturday before Thanksgiving.
๐โ ๐Passing a Major Exam/Certification
Any Day
A celebration of academic or professional achievement through successful examination.
โจ Fun Fact: The word 'exam' comes from the Latin 'examinare,' meaning 'to weigh.'
๐ผ๐๐Job Promotion/New Job
Any Day
A celebration of career advancement or a new professional opportunity.
โจ Fun Fact: The average person changes jobs 12 times during their career.
โ๏ธ๐Sabbatical/Long Break
Any Day
A period of leave for rest, travel, or personal development.
โจ Fun Fact: The word 'sabbatical' comes from the Hebrew word 'shabbat' meaning 'to cease' or 'rest.'
๐ช๐๐Sober/Health Anniversary
Any Day
A celebration of health milestones and personal strength.
โจ Fun Fact: The first day of sobriety is called a 'chip day' in some recovery communities.
๐๐ฅ๐Sporting Victory
Any Day
A celebration of athletic achievement and triumph.
โจ Fun Fact: The Olympic Games originated in ancient Greece in 776 BC.
๐จโจโCustomize for your own occasion!
Any Day
Create your own personalized emoji celebration for any special moment in your life.
โจ Fun Fact: Every special moment deserves its own unique expression!
๐โค๏ธAnniversary
Any Day
A celebration of the milestone of a special relationship, marriage, or achievement.
โจ Fun Fact: Traditional anniversary gifts are based on materials like paper for the first year and silver for the 25th.
๐ธ๐๐ฅGet Well Soon
Any Day
A thoughtful gesture to show care and support for someone recovering from illness or injury.
โจ Fun Fact: Sending flowers as a gesture of healing has roots in ancient cultures that believed in the healing power of plants.
๐๐๐Congratulations
Any Day
A versatile celebration for any achievement, success, or joyous occasion.
โจ Fun Fact: The word 'congratulations' comes from the Latin word 'congratulari,' meaning 'to address with appropriate words.'
๐ป๐๐ฆHalloween
Oct 31
A celebration of costumes, trick-or-treating, and spooky fun, originating from the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain.
โจ Fun Fact: Jack-o'-lanterns were originally carved from turnips or potatoes in Ireland and Scotland.
โค๏ธ๐ชNational Coming Out Day
Oct 11
A day of awareness that encourages LGBTQ+ individuals to openly share their identity with others when they feel safe and ready.
โจ Fun Fact: The day was founded in 1988 by activists Robert Eichberg and Jean O'Leary.
๐ฆ๐๐Thanksgiving
4th Thu Nov (US) / 2nd Mon Oct (Can)
Giving thanks for the harvest and blessings.
โจ Fun Fact: Canada celebrates this a month earlier in October.
๐จ๐จโFather's Day
3rd Sun in June
A day to honor fathers and father figures for their guidance and support.
โจ Fun Fact: Father's Day was first celebrated in 1910 in Spokane, Washington, inspired by Mother's Day.
๐ท๐ฉ๐Mother's Day
2nd Sun in May
A day to honor mothers and mother figures for their love and dedication.
โจ Fun Fact: Mother's Day was founded by Anna Jarvis in 1908 and became an official US holiday in 1914.
๐ฆ๐บ๐ณAnzac Day
Apr 25
A solemn national day of remembrance for all soldiers who served and died in wars.
โจ Fun Fact: The "Anzac biscuit" was invented because ingredients didn't spoil easily during naval journeys.
๐๐ฑ๐ณEarth Day
Apr 22
An annual event demonstrating support for environmental protection.
โจ Fun Fact: The first Earth Day was held in 1970 and led to the creation of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
๐ซ๐๐Songkran (Khmer New Year)
Apr 13-15
The traditional New Year marked by washing elders (and water fights) to cleanse bad luck.
โจ Fun Fact: Sand pagodas are built in temples for merit.
๐ณ๏ธโTrans Day of Visibility
Mar 31
An annual event dedicated to celebrating transgender people and raising awareness of the discrimination they face worldwide.
โจ Fun Fact: It was founded by US-based transgender activist Rachel Crandall of Michigan in 2009.
โ๏ธ๐ชInternational Women's Day
Mar 8
A global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.
โจ Fun Fact: The holiday was first observed in 1909 in New York.
โค๏ธ๐Valentine's Day
Feb 14
A day celebrating romantic love, friendship, and admiration, often marked by flowers and chocolates.
โจ Fun Fact: It is named after Saint Valentine, who was allegedly executed for secretly performing Christian weddings.
โช๏ธ๐Ramadan (Start)
Changes yearly (Lunar)
The holy month of fasting and reflection.
โจ Fun Fact: Food consumption often increases during Ramadan due to nightly feasts.
โช๏ธ๐Eid al-Fitr
End of Ramadan
The "Festival of Breaking the Fast" celebrated with big feasts.
โจ Fun Fact: It begins when the new moon is sighted.
๐ชโจ๐Diwali
Oct/Nov
The Hindu "Festival of Lights" celebrating victory of light over dark.
โจ Fun Fact: It is traditional to gamble on Diwali night.
๐ฐ๐ฃ๐ฅEaster
Mar/Apr (Sunday)
Celebrating the resurrection of Jesus (and spring).
โจ Fun Fact: Painting eggs is a tradition older than Christianity.
๐จ๐๐ดHoli
March (Full Moon)
The "Festival of Colours" celebrating spring.
โจ Fun Fact: A cannabis-infused drink called Bhang is traditional.
๐๐ผ๐ฏDay of the Dead
Nov 1-2
Welcoming back souls of ancestors with joy.
โจ Fun Fact: Skeletons are depicted as fancy and happy, not scary.
โ๏ธ๐ฎSt. Patrick's Day
Mar 17
Celebrating Irish culture and heritage.
โจ Fun Fact: St. Patrick was Romano-British and his colour was originally blue.
๐๐ฎ๐ฅฎMid-Autumn Festival
Sep/Oct
A harvest festival celebrated by worshipping the full moon, lighting lanterns, and eating mooncakes.
โจ Fun Fact: The festival is linked to the legend of Chang'e, the Moon Goddess.
๐ฎ๐ฏ๐Obon
Aug (varies by region)
A Buddhist custom to honour the spirits of one's ancestors, involving traditional dances.
โจ Fun Fact: People make animals out of vegetables for spirits to ride.
โฝ๏ธ๐ฅ FIFA World Cup Final
Approx. July 19, 2026
The final match of the most prestigious association football tournament.
โจ Fun Fact: The World Cup trophy was stolen in 1966 and found by a dog named Pickles.
๐ณ๏ธโPride Month
June
A month-long global celebration of LGBTQ+ identity, culture, and rights, commemorating the 1969 Stonewall Uprising.
โจ Fun Fact: The original Pride flag, designed by Gilbert Baker in 1978, had eight colors, including hot pink and turquoise.