Days of the Year fun facts

bird’s eye view of the atlantic ocean
8 Jun

On This Day – June 8th

June 8th is by no means just another day in the calendar. It’s a brilliant day to start thinking about our gorgeous planet, to look back on some fascinating European history, and even to break out a bikini! Here’s everything we know about this fantastic date…
Yo-yo toy
6 Jun

On This Day – June 6th

June 6th is a hugely important day for many different reasons. The most important, perhaps, is that it marks D-Day, one of the most crucial moments in World War II that helped see Allied forces push back against Nazi Germany. However, there are plenty of other reasons to mark June 6th, too – and here …
AIDS Day
5 Jun

On This Day – June 5th

June 5th is more than just another summer’s day for us here in the upper hemisphere. It’s a notable day for trainspotters, environmentalists, and fans of Jim Carrey movies. Let’s take a deeper dive into what makes June 5th so great – and why you’ll want to remember this date for years to come.   …
facts about egg
3 Jun

On This Day – June 3rd

June 3rd is more than just another day. It’s a great day to try some sweet apple juice, dig out your old school globe, and to start preparing for the summer bites and bugs to come. Of course, there are also plenty of historical events that took place today, too – so let’s take a …
interesting facts about parrots
31 May

On This Day – May 31st

So, you’ve finally reached the end of the month! But before we head too hastily into June, it’s important to take the time today to consider what this date means and has meant to so many people throughout history! That, and it’s an important date for Harry Potter lovers, parrot fanciers, and dentists! Here’s all …
Gordon Ramsay
30 May

On This Day – May 30th

Just two more days to go before June! But don’t skip over May 30th too quickly! Today, we look closely at cocktails, creativity, and motorcycle jumps – and happy birthday if you’re celebrating, too!
coca cola logo
29 May

On This Day – May 29th

So, we’ve nearly reached the end of the month, but May 29th is far more than just a day on the way to June! Today, we take time to remember those we’ve lost, and, believe it or not, to start stocking up on paper clips. Here’s everything you’ll want to know about May 29th.
Last Supper by Leonardo
28 May

On This Day – May 28th

May 28th is a pretty important date to remember, regardless of what you already have planned for the day ahead! It’s remembered for meat-themed celebrations and computing firsts – but what else can we learn about this surprising day in the spring calendar?
sunscreen application
27 May

On This Day – May 27th

So you thought that May 27th was just another day? How wrong you are – regardless of whether or not you’re celebrating today, May 27th is ideal for learning more about war and civil rights history, as well as enjoying a grape popsicle or two! Here are some big reasons why May 27th is always …
paper airplane
26 May

On This Day – May 26th

May 26th is a day for sunshine, heading to the beach, and making the most of spring while it’s with us. Otherwise, it’s a great occasion to celebrate paper aeroplanes, to break out some cheesecake, and to remember the world’s most famous vampire. Here’s May 26th in all its glory.
national wine day. February 18th
25 May

On This Day – May 25th

You’d be sorely mistaken if you thought May 25th was just like any other day. Today’s a great day to celebrate with wine, and to lean into our geeky sides. What’s more, there are plenty of historical trivia facts you’re going to want to remember, too! Here’s everything you could ever want to know about …
brooklyn bridge
24 May

On This Day – May 24th

If today feels like an ordinary day, it definitely isn’t! History has shown that anything can happen on May 24th – in fact, it’s a day famous for marking bridges, brothers, and even snails. You read correctly – and now you’re here, it’s time to crack down some crucial facts about May 24th that might …
National Taffy Day
23 May

On This Day – May 23rd

May 23rd is no ordinary day, believe us! It’s an important day for animation history, TV comedy, and even for enjoying a bit of taffy. Whether you’re already celebrating today or not, here are a few fascinating things you’ll want to remember about May 23rd.
confidently beautiful
22 May

On This Day – May 22nd

May 22nd is a wonderful day to celebrate pudding, being yourself, and plenty of big historical events! Don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, we have it all here – let’s explore what makes May 22nd so important in the eyes of millions.
Celebrating diversity
21 May

On This Day – May 21st

May 21st is a wonderful day full of fun facts, historical events, and it’s even a great time to tuck into strawberries and cream. It’s also a big birthday for plenty of Geminis around the globe – so let’s dive into what makes May 21st so memorable.