Emoji Celebration Planner

A comprehensive list of festivals and the social posts to go with them.

๐ŸŽ„๐ŸŽ…๐ŸŽChristmas

Dec 25

A major Christian festival celebrating the birth of Jesus, marked by gift-giving, decorating trees, and family feasts.

โœจ Fun Fact: "Jingle Bells" was originally written for Thanksgiving.

๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ›๏ธBoxing Day

Dec 26

A public holiday in many Commonwealth countries historically reserved for giving gifts to the poor or servants.

โœจ Fun Fact: It is called St. Stephen's Day in Ireland and Catalonia.

๐Ÿฅ‚๐Ÿพ๐ŸŽŠNew Year's Eve

Dec 31

The last day of the year, celebrated with parties, countdowns, and fireworks.

โœจ Fun Fact: The ball drop in Times Square has been a tradition since 1907, with only two interruptions during WWII.

๐Ÿ’๐Ÿ‘ฐ๐ŸคตWedding

Any Day

A special celebration of love and commitment between two people.

โœจ Fun Fact: The tradition of wearing 'something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue' dates back to the Victorian era.

๐Ÿ’ป๐Ÿ–ฑ๏ธCyber Monday

1st Monday after BF

The Monday after Thanksgiving, dedicated to online shopping deals, initially created to encourage e-commerce.

โœจ Fun Fact: It was invented in 2005 by the National Retail Federation.

๐Ÿ’ธ๐Ÿท๏ธBlack Friday

4th Friday in Nov

The Friday following Thanksgiving, known for massive sales and kicking off the Christmas shopping season.

โœจ Fun Fact: The term originated in Philadelphia, describing the heavy traffic.

๐ŸŽ†๐Ÿฅ‚๐Ÿ•›New Year's Day

Jan 1

Marking the first day of the Gregorian year.

โœจ Fun Fact: Kiribati is the first nation to ring in the New Year.

๐Ÿงง๐Ÿ‰๐ŸฎLunar New Year

Jan/Feb (New Moon)

The start of the lunisolar year, focusing on family and luck.

โœจ Fun Fact: Washing hair on day one is considered bad luck!

๐ŸŽ‚๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽˆBirthday

Any Day

A yearly celebration of someone's birth, marked by parties, gifts, and cake.

โœจ Fun Fact: The tradition of birthday candles comes from ancient Greece, where people believed the smoke from candles carried wishes to the gods.

๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽŠ๐ŸพRetirement

Any Day

A celebration marking the end of a career and the beginning of a new chapter.

โœจ Fun Fact: The word 'retirement' comes from the French word 'retirer,' meaning 'to withdraw.'

๐Ÿ ๐Ÿก๐Ÿ”‘Housewarming/Moving Day

Any Day

A celebration of a new home and fresh start.

โœจ 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.

๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽŠGraduation

Any Day

A celebration of academic achievement and the start of a new journey.

โœจ 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.

๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ‘ถ๐Ÿ’•Adoption Day (Child/Pet)

Any Day

A celebration of the special day when a family is forever changed by welcoming a new member.

โœจ Fun Fact: National Adoption Day in the US is celebrated on the Saturday before Thanksgiving.

๐ŸŽ“โœ…๐ŸŽ‰Passing a Major Exam/Certification

Any Day

A celebration of academic or professional achievement through successful examination.

โœจ Fun Fact: The word 'exam' comes from the Latin 'examinare,' meaning 'to weigh.'

๐Ÿ’ผ๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽŠJob Promotion/New Job

Any Day

A celebration of career advancement or a new professional opportunity.

โœจ Fun Fact: The average person changes jobs 12 times during their career.

โœˆ๏ธ๐Ÿ–Sabbatical/Long Break

Any Day

A period of leave for rest, travel, or personal development.

โœจ Fun Fact: The word 'sabbatical' comes from the Hebrew word 'shabbat' meaning 'to cease' or 'rest.'

๐Ÿ’ช๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽŠSober/Health Anniversary

Any Day

A celebration of health milestones and personal strength.

โœจ Fun Fact: The first day of sobriety is called a 'chip day' in some recovery communities.

๐Ÿ†๐Ÿฅ‡๐ŸŽ‰Sporting Victory

Any Day

A celebration of athletic achievement and triumph.

โœจ Fun Fact: The Olympic Games originated in ancient Greece in 776 BC.

๐ŸŽจโœจโœCustomize for your own occasion!

Any Day

Create your own personalized emoji celebration for any special moment in your life.

โœจ Fun Fact: Every special moment deserves its own unique expression!

๐Ÿ’โค๏ธAnniversary

Any Day

A celebration of the milestone of a special relationship, marriage, or achievement.

โœจ Fun Fact: Traditional anniversary gifts are based on materials like paper for the first year and silver for the 25th.

๐ŸŒธ๐Ÿ’Š๐ŸฅGet Well Soon

Any Day

A thoughtful gesture to show care and support for someone recovering from illness or injury.

โœจ Fun Fact: Sending flowers as a gesture of healing has roots in ancient cultures that believed in the healing power of plants.

๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽŠ๐Ÿ‘Congratulations

Any Day

A versatile celebration for any achievement, success, or joyous occasion.

โœจ Fun Fact: The word 'congratulations' comes from the Latin word 'congratulari,' meaning 'to address with appropriate words.'

๐Ÿ‘ป๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿฆ‡Halloween

Oct 31

A celebration of costumes, trick-or-treating, and spooky fun, originating from the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain.

โœจ Fun Fact: Jack-o'-lanterns were originally carved from turnips or potatoes in Ireland and Scotland.

โค๏ธ๐ŸšชNational 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.

โœจ Fun Fact: The day was founded in 1988 by activists Robert Eichberg and Jean O'Leary.

๐Ÿฆƒ๐Ÿ‚๐ŸThanksgiving

4th Thu Nov (US) / 2nd Mon Oct (Can)

Giving thanks for the harvest and blessings.

โœจ Fun Fact: Canada celebrates this a month earlier in October.

๐Ÿ‘จ๐Ÿ‘จโ€Father's Day

3rd Sun in June

A day to honor fathers and father figures for their guidance and support.

โœจ Fun Fact: Father's Day was first celebrated in 1910 in Spokane, Washington, inspired by Mother's Day.

๐ŸŒท๐Ÿ‘ฉ๐Ÿ’Mother's Day

2nd Sun in May

A day to honor mothers and mother figures for their love and dedication.

โœจ Fun Fact: Mother's Day was founded by Anna Jarvis in 1908 and became an official US holiday in 1914.

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ณAnzac Day

Apr 25

A solemn national day of remembrance for all soldiers who served and died in wars.

โœจ Fun Fact: The "Anzac biscuit" was invented because ingredients didn't spoil easily during naval journeys.

๐ŸŒŽ๐ŸŒฑ๐ŸŒณEarth Day

Apr 22

An annual event demonstrating support for environmental protection.

โœจ Fun Fact: The first Earth Day was held in 1970 and led to the creation of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

๐Ÿ”ซ๐Ÿ˜๐ŸŽ‰Songkran (Khmer New Year)

Apr 13-15

The traditional New Year marked by washing elders (and water fights) to cleanse bad luck.

โœจ Fun Fact: Sand pagodas are built in temples for merit.

๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€Trans Day of Visibility

Mar 31

An annual event dedicated to celebrating transgender people and raising awareness of the discrimination they face worldwide.

โœจ Fun Fact: It was founded by US-based transgender activist Rachel Crandall of Michigan in 2009.

โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ’ชInternational Women's Day

Mar 8

A global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.

โœจ Fun Fact: The holiday was first observed in 1909 in New York.

โค๏ธ๐Ÿ’˜Valentine's Day

Feb 14

A day celebrating romantic love, friendship, and admiration, often marked by flowers and chocolates.

โœจ Fun Fact: It is named after Saint Valentine, who was allegedly executed for secretly performing Christian weddings.

โ˜ช๏ธ๐Ÿ•ŒRamadan (Start)

Changes yearly (Lunar)

The holy month of fasting and reflection.

โœจ Fun Fact: Food consumption often increases during Ramadan due to nightly feasts.

โ˜ช๏ธ๐ŸŽ‰Eid al-Fitr

End of Ramadan

The "Festival of Breaking the Fast" celebrated with big feasts.

โœจ Fun Fact: It begins when the new moon is sighted.

๐Ÿช”โœจ๐ŸŽ†Diwali

Oct/Nov

The Hindu "Festival of Lights" celebrating victory of light over dark.

โœจ Fun Fact: It is traditional to gamble on Diwali night.

๐Ÿฐ๐Ÿฃ๐ŸฅšEaster

Mar/Apr (Sunday)

Celebrating the resurrection of Jesus (and spring).

โœจ Fun Fact: Painting eggs is a tradition older than Christianity.

๐ŸŽจ๐ŸŒˆ๐Ÿ”ดHoli

March (Full Moon)

The "Festival of Colours" celebrating spring.

โœจ Fun Fact: A cannabis-infused drink called Bhang is traditional.

๐Ÿ’€๐ŸŒผ๐Ÿ•ฏDay of the Dead

Nov 1-2

Welcoming back souls of ancestors with joy.

โœจ Fun Fact: Skeletons are depicted as fancy and happy, not scary.

โ˜˜๏ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎSt. Patrick's Day

Mar 17

Celebrating Irish culture and heritage.

โœจ Fun Fact: St. Patrick was Romano-British and his colour was originally blue.

๐ŸŒ•๐Ÿฎ๐ŸฅฎMid-Autumn Festival

Sep/Oct

A harvest festival celebrated by worshipping the full moon, lighting lanterns, and eating mooncakes.

โœจ Fun Fact: The festival is linked to the legend of Chang'e, the Moon Goddess.

๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฏ๐Ÿ’ƒObon

Aug (varies by region)

A Buddhist custom to honour the spirits of one's ancestors, involving traditional dances.

โœจ Fun Fact: People make animals out of vegetables for spirits to ride.

โšฝ๏ธ๐Ÿฅ…FIFA World Cup Final

Approx. July 19, 2026

The final match of the most prestigious association football tournament.

โœจ Fun Fact: The World Cup trophy was stolen in 1966 and found by a dog named Pickles.

๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€Pride Month

June

A month-long global celebration of LGBTQ+ identity, culture, and rights, commemorating the 1969 Stonewall Uprising.

โœจ Fun Fact: The original Pride flag, designed by Gilbert Baker in 1978, had eight colors, including hot pink and turquoise.