Fun Holidays in April To Celebrate – Holidays and Observances

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Easter usually falls in April, but did you know that April is also National Pet Month, National Pecan Month, National Humor Month, National Garden Month, and National Decorating Month? Let’s take a closer look at some of these special holidays celebrated in April.

From Unicorn Day to Tea Day and everything in between, April has plenty of holidays that everyone can join in on. We’ve compiled a list of some exciting (and often overlooked) days that offer a reason to celebrate.

So grab your friends and family and get ready, as there are plenty of fun things to do this month. Check out some of the highlights below.

Holidays To Celebrate in April

One of the most exciting days during the month of April is the first day of the month. April Fool’s day is a day that involves practical jokes and pranks.

Easter is most likely to be the holiday that everyone looks forward to, though, especially kids that look forward to all the candy and treats. This Christian holiday celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.

But we should also consider other occasions, including World Autism Awareness Day on the 2nd, and learn more about the Autism Spectrum and the many myths about Autism.

And ask your kids to brainstorm what they can do to keep the planet healthy, and then write about it on this Earth day pledge page printable on Earth Day (April 22).

April Symbols

April’s Birthstone: Diamond
April Flower of the Month: Daisy and Sweet Pea
Signs of the Zodiac: Aries (Mar. 21 – Apr. 19) & Taurus (Apr. 20 – May. 20)

MONTHLY OBSERVANCES

National Pet Month
National Pecan Month
National Humor Month
National Garden Month
National Decorating Month
World Autism Awareness Month

All The Fun Dys to Celebrate in April

Date	Holiday
APR 1	April Fools’ Day National Sourdough Bread Day
APR 2	National Burrito Day International Children’s Book Day National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day World Autism Awareness Day
APR 3	National Find a Rainbow Day World Party Day National Love Our Children Day National Chocolate Mousse Day
APR 4	National Chicken Cordon Bleu Day National Vitamin C Day
APR 5	National Deep Dish Pizza Day National Dandelion Day
APR 6	National Siamese Cat Day National Caramel Popcorn Day
APR 7	National Coffee Cake Day National No Housework Day World Health Day
APR 8	National Empanada Day
APR 9	National Name Yourself Day National Chinese Almond Cookie Day National Unicorn Day National Winston Churchill Day
APR 10	National Hug Your Dog Day National Siblings Day
APR 11	National Eight-Track Tape Day National Pet Day National Submarine Day National Cheese Fondue Day
APR 12	National Licorice Day National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day
APR 13	National Make Lunch Count Day National Scrabble Day
APR 14	National Ex-Spouse Day National Gardening Day
APR 15	National Laundry Day
APR 16	National Librarian Day Wear Pajamas to Work Day
APR 17	International Bat Appreciation Day National Cheese Ball Day
APR 18	Husband Appreciation Day National Haiku Poetry Day International Juggler’s Day National Velociraptor Awareness Day
APR 19	National Garlic Day
APR 20	Chinese Language Day National Look-Alike Day
APR 21	National Bulldogs Are Beautiful Day National Kindergarten Day National Tea Day
APR 22	Earth Day National Jelly Bean Day
APR 23	National Picnic Day National Cherry Cheesecake Day English Language Day German Beer Day
APR 24	National Pigs in a Blanket Day
APR 25	National Crayola Day National DNA Day National Hairstylist Appreciation Day National Telephone Day National Zucchini Bread Day
APR 26	National Pretzel Day Hug a Friend Day
APR 27	National Prime Rib Day National Tell a Story Day
APR 28	National Blueberry Pie Day National Superhero Day
APR 29	International Dance Day International Guide Dog Day National Shrimp Scampi Day
APR 30	International Jazz Day National Bugs Bunny Day National Bubble Tea Day Honesty Day

Moving National Days of April

Good Friday (date changes each year. Two days before Easter Sunday)
Passover (date changes each year. April 5 until April 13 in 2023)
Easter – (date changes each year. April 9 in 2023)
Sweet Potato Day (1st Monday)
National Fun Day (1st Monday)
National Walking Day (1st Wednesday)
National Burrito Day (1st Thursday)
National Walk to Work Day (1st Friday)
Student Government Day (1st Friday)
National Love Our Children Day (1st Saturday)
Everyday is Tag Day (1st Saturday)
International Pillow Fight Day (1st Saturday)
National Day of Silence (2nd Friday)
Baby Massage Day (2nd Saturday)
Teach Children to Save Day – (date changes each year. April 27 in 2023)
National Poem In Your Pocket Day (date changes each year. April 29 in 2023)
Boston Marathon Day (3rd Monday)
Patriot’s Day (3rd Monday)
National High Five Day (3rd Thursday)
International Cake Pizza Day (3rd Thursday)
Record Store Day (3rd Saturday)
Husband Appreciation Day (3rd Saturday)
World Circus Day (3rd Saturday)
National Administrative Professionals’ Day (Wednesday of the last full week)
National Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day (4th Thursday)
National Day of Puppetry (4th Saturday)
School Bus Drivers Day (4th Tuesday)
Mother, Father Deaf Day (last Sunday)
Pet Parents Day (last Sunday)
World Pinhole Photography Day (last Sunday)
International Guide Dog Day (last Wednesday)
International Noise Awareness Day (last Wednesday)
Denim Day (last Wednesday)
National Arbor Day (last Friday)
National Hairball Awareness Day (last Friday)
Childcare Professionals Day (last Friday)
Independent Bookstore Day (last Saturday)
National Sense of Smell Day (last Saturday)
Eeyore’s Birthday (last Saturday)
Save the Frogs Day (last Saturday)
World Veterinary Day (last Saturday)
World Healing Day (last Saturday)

April Printables & Activities

We have lots of crafts, printables, and word search pages perfect for the month of April. Great for anyone who needs some me-time, and the kids will enjoy them too.

And if you’re looking for some delicious Easter treats, try this easy Easter Fudge with Robin Eggs cute or these cute Bunny Butt Cupcakes.

So there you have it! You now have lots of unique and fun days to celebrate during the month of April. What April Holidays will you be celebrating?? Let me know in the comments below!