Day Guide for Saturday May 1st 2021 What are the holidays on May 1st 2021?

This is our day guide for Saturday May 1st 2021 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 2021

International: Workers' Day

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

International: Great Saturday

Orthodox Holy Saturday takes place on the Day before Orthodox Easter.

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

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India (regional): Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji's Birthday

Punjab. Guru Teg Bahadur was the ninth of ten Gurus (Prophets) of the Sikh religion

Observances on May 1st 2021

Ireland: Beltane

Beltane is a Celtic festival celebrating the start of Spring

USA: National Auctioneers Day

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

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: Join Hands Day

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

USA: National Homebrew Day

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

USA: National Scrapbook Day

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

International: World Naked Gardening Day

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

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.

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.

International: International Pilates Day

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!

International: Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

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.

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General Information for May 1st 2021
There are 5 public holidays today.
Day 121 of 2021
244 days left in 2021
Week 17 of the year
On this Day in History
1994 - Formula 1 racing legend Ayrton Senna dies in an accident during the San Marino Grand Prix at Imola.
1939 - Batman the Superhero first appears in print, in Detective Comics.
1916 - English footballer and cricketer William 'Fatty' Foulke dies of pneumonia in Blackpool.
Every year - the Rochester Sweeps Festival is held.