There are many important days in November with lots of reasons to celebrate! Thanksgiving is always at the top of everyone’s mind, but check out this list of November special days for several more fun observances.
November Holidays and Monthly Observances
These important days of November offer some great opportunities for fun and learning!
- Thanksgiving – fourth Thursday in November
- Veterans Day – November 11th
- U.S. General Election Day – Tuesday following the first Monday in November
- Chemistry Week – first week of November
- Game and Puzzle Week – third week of November
- Book Lovers Day – first Saturday of November
- Young Readers Day – second Tuesday of November
- Pumpkin Destruction Day – first Saturday after Halloween
- Child Safety Protection Month
- National Adoption Awareness Month
- National Novel Writing Month
- Native American Heritage Month
- Peanut Butter Lovers Month
National Days in November
These National observances are November important days to remember.
- November 6 – National Nacho Day
- November 14 – National Pickle Day
- November 15 – National Philanthropy Day
- November 16 – National Fast Food Day
- November 23 – National Cashew Day
- National Adoption Day – Saturday before Thanksgiving
More Special Days in November
Looking for more fun days in november? This is the month to enjoy a sandwich, clean out your fridge, and learn about King Tut!
- November 1st – All Saints Day
- November 2nd – Cookie Monster Day
- November 3rd – Sandwich Day
- November 4th – King Tut Day
- November 7th – International Games Day
- November 8th – International Tongue Twister Day
- November 9th – Go to an Art Museum Day
- November 10th – Vanilla Cupcake Day
- November 11th – Origami Day
- November 13th – World Kindness Day
- November 14th – Teddy Bear Day
- November 15th – Clean Out Your Fridge Day
- November 17th – World Peace Day
- November 19th – Have a Bad Day Day
- November 21st – Odd Socks Day
- November 22nd – Go for a Ride Day
- November 23rd – Eat a Cranberry Day
- November 24th – Celebrate Your Unique Talent Day
- November 25th – Parfait Day
- November 28th – French Toast Day
- November 29th – Square Dance Day
