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Observances on May 1st 2021

Asian Heritage Month

• Diversity
• Canada

Celebrate Asian Heritage Month with us and discover the rich tapestry of history, culture, and achievements that shape Canada's vibrant diversity. Read More

World Naked Gardening Day

• Action
• International

If you have roses in your garden, all we are saying is be careful out there. Read More

Global Love Day ❤

• General
• International

Celebrate unity and compassion on Global Love Day, a day to transcend differences and foster love as we connect with others and honor our shared humanity. Read More

International Pilates Day

• Action
• International

Learn about International Pilates Day, celebrated on the first Saturday of May, honoring Joseph Pilates and the benefits of his exercise method. Discover how to get involved! Read More

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

• Health
• International

Learn about Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month in September, dedicated to raising awareness, promoting early detection, and supporting those affected by this disease. Find out how you can get involved. Read More

Beltane

• Folk
• Ireland

Beltane is a Celtic festival celebrating the start of Spring Read More

New Zealand Music Month

• Music
• New Zealand

Find out the dates, history and traditions of New Zealand Music Month Read More

National Auctioneers Day

• Occupation
• USA

You better celebrate Auctioneers Day today as by tomorrow, it'll be going, going, gone! Read More

Law Day ⚖️

• General
• USA

You don't have any choice. You have to celebrate this holiday - it's the Law... Day. Read More

National Chocolate Parfait Day

• Food
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Chocolate Parfait Day Read More

National Loyalty Day

• Patriotic
• USA

National Loyalty Day was originally called Americanization Day and intended to remove the focus on May Day. Read More

National Mother Goose Day

• Folk
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Mother Goose Day Read More

Silver Star Service Banner Day

• Military
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Silver Star Service Banner Day Read More

Join Hands Day

• Action
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Join Hands Day Read More

National Homebrew Day

• Alcohol
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Homebrew Day Read More

National Scrapbook Day

• Action
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Scrapbook Day Read More

National Golf Month

• Sports
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Golf Month Read More

Haitian Heritage Month

• Diversity
• USA

Discover Haitian Heritage Month in May! Learn about the rich culture, art, food, and traditions of Haiti and its people. Celebrate Haitian Flag Day on May 18th and explore how you can get involved. Read More

South Asian Heritage Month

• Diversity
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of South Asian Heritage Month Read More

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

• Diversity
• USA

Asian Pacific Americans account for nearly 5% of the American population and the group is projected to be the fastest-growing major population category over the next half-century. Read More

National Military Appreciation Month

• Military
• USA

National Military Appreciation Month honors the current and former members of the U.S. Armed Forces, including those who have died in the pursuit of freedom. Read More

Jewish American Heritage Month

• Diversity
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Jewish American Heritage Month. Read More

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General Information for May 1st 2021

• There are 22 observances on this day.
• This was 1742 days ago.
• Day 121 of 2021
• 244 days left in 2021
• Week 17 of the year

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On this Day in History

• 1999 - Designed by Bryan Avery, the glass-covered circular London IMAX Theatre opens to the general public.
• 1946 - In Kashmir, India, national treasure Joanna Lumley OBE makes her world debut.
• 1941 - The film Citizen Kane enjoys its world premiere.
• 1931 - the Empire State Building in New York City, USA, opens.
• Every year - Since 1886, May Day (or International Workers' Day) is celebrated.