Day Guide for Friday May 1st 2020 What are the holidays on May 1st 2020?

This is our day guide for Friday May 1st 2020 which shows you at a glance what's happening on this day around the world. Using the calendar on this page, you can look at a day guide for any day. Why not look up your birthday to see which holidays you share it with?

Holidays on May 1st 2020

International: Labour Day

This holiday is most commonly associated as a commemoration of the achievements of the labour movement

Finland: Vappu

Vappu gets its name from St. Walpurgis, an 8th century saint who was canonised on 1 May 870 AD

Regional

India (regional): Maharashtra Day

Commemorates the formation of the state of Maharashtra from the division of the Bombay State on 1 May 1960

Kazakhstan: People Solidarity Holiday

Celebrates the unity of all people who live in Kazakhstan

Observances on May 1st 2020

Ireland: Beltane

Beltane is a Celtic festival celebrating the start of Spring

United Kingdom: Sauvignon Blanc Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Sauvignon Blanc Day

USA: Law Day

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

USA: National Chocolate Parfait Day

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

USA: National Loyalty Day

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

USA: National Mother Goose Day

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

USA: Silver Star Service Banner Day

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

USA: National Space Day

National Space Day, an out-of-this-world celebration and is always celebrated on the first Friday in May.

USA: National Golf Month

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

USA: Haitian Heritage Month

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.

New Zealand: New Zealand Music Month

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

USA: South Asian Heritage Month

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

USA: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

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.

USA: National Military Appreciation Month

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.

Ireland: National Workplace Wellbeing Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Workplace Wellbeing Day.

USA: Jewish American Heritage Month

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

Canada: Asian Heritage Month

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

International: Global Love Day

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.

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General Information for May 1st 2020
There are 4 public holidays today.
Day 122 of 2020
244 days left in 2020
Week 18 of the year
On this Day in History
1999 - Designed by Bryan Avery, the glass-covered circular London IMAX Theatre opens to the general public.
1967 - Priscilla Beaulieu marries singer Elvis Presley.
1946 - In Kashmir, India, national treasure Joanna Lumley OBE makes her world debut.
1939 - Batman the Superhero first appears in print, in Detective Comics.