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April 23 Holidays

National Lover’s Day
Relationship

National Lover’s Day

Celebrate National Lover's Day with your special someone! Give them tokens of love, share romantic moments and create memories to last a lifetime.
World Book Day
Arts & Entertainment

World Book Day

Celebrate World Book Day with a good read! Discover new authors, explore classic favorites, and get lost in an exciting story today!
National Cherry Cheesecake Day
Food & Beverage

National Cherry Cheesecake Day

Indulge in a delicious treat on National Cherry Cheesecake Day - creamy, sweet, and tart all at the same time!
National Lost Dogs Awareness Day
Animal

National Lost Dogs Awareness Day

Help lost dogs find their way home this National Lost Dogs Awareness Day - spread the word and join in on local events to make a difference!
National Take a Chance Day
Fun

National Take a Chance Day

Make the most of National Take a Chance Day - seize the opportunity to try something new and make your dreams come true!
Talk Like Shakespeare Day
Arts & Entertainment

Talk Like Shakespeare Day

It's time to get ready for Talk Like Shakespeare Day - brush up on your "thees" and "thous" and prepare for a day of Elizabethan fun!
National Picnic Day
Special Interest

National Picnic Day

Grab your friends and family for a fun outdoor picnic - National Picnic Day is the perfect time to enjoy some sun, food, and great company!
Movie Theatre Day
Arts & Entertainment

Movie Theatre Day

It's Movie Theatre Day! Grab some popcorn and settle into your seat for the ultimate viewing experience - nothing beats a night at the movies!
National English Muffin Day
Food & Beverage

National English Muffin Day

Get your toasters ready - it's National English Muffin Day! Enjoy this versatile breakfast staple with a variety of toppings and flavors.
Shakespeare Day
Arts & Entertainment

Shakespeare Day

Celebrate Shakespeare Day with a bang! Read your favorite sonnet, watch a Shakespeare play, or visit the birthplace of the Bard - all from the comfort of home!
National Email Day
Special Interest

National Email Day

It's time to show your inbox some love on National Email Day - organize, declutter, and send some thoughtful messages to friends and family!
International Creator Day
Arts & Entertainment

International Creator Day

It's time to recognize and celebrate the creators who bring our favorite stories, art, and content to life! Happy International Creator Day!
International English Language Day
Special Interest

International English Language Day

On International English Language Day, let's celebrate the power of language to connect people and bridge cultures all over the world.
Impossible Astronaut Day
Arts & Entertainment

Impossible Astronaut Day

Gear up for Impossible Astronaut Day and join the worldwide celebration of the iconic Doctor Who episode - don't blink, or you might miss all the fun!
World Laboratory Day
Cause

World Laboratory Day

On World Laboratory Day, we honor the brilliant minds behind groundbreaking discoveries and advancements in science. Let's thank our lab heroes!
National Bryan Day
Name Days

National Bryan Day

National Bryan Day is the perfect time to honor all the incredible Bryans in your life - let's give them a day to remember!
World Book Night
Arts & Entertainment

World Book Night

On World Book Night, let's spread the love for reading and share our favorite books with others - because everyone deserves a good story!
National Sovereignty and Children’s Day
Cultural

National Sovereignty and Children’s Day

Honor the importance of children and their rights on National Sovereignty and Children's Day - a day to recognize their future and potential.
Canada Book Day
Special Interest

Canada Book Day

Get ready to curl up with a good book on Canada Book Day - celebrate the literary contributions of our neighbors to the north!
Slay a Dragon Day
Religious

Slay a Dragon Day

On Slay a Dragon Day, channel your inner warrior and conquer any challenges that come your way - no dragon is too big to defeat!
Saint George’s Day
Religious

Saint George’s Day

Honor Saint George's Day by channeling your inner dragon slayer and indulging in traditional English dishes like fish and chips or Yorkshire pudding!
World Book and Copyright Day
Special Interest

World Book and Copyright Day

Get ready to dive into the world of literature and protect intellectual property on World Book and Copyright Day - a celebration for book lovers and creators alike.
Spanish Language Day
Cultural

Spanish Language Day

Get ready to celebrate Spanish Language Day with cultural events, language lessons, and delicious food that will transport you to Spain!
World Table Tennis Day
Special Interest

World Table Tennis Day

Calling all ping pong enthusiasts! Get ready to serve, spin, and smash your way into World Table Tennis Day - a celebration of the ultimate table sport.
Pet Tech CPR Day
Animal

Pet Tech CPR Day

Don't let a pet emergency catch you off guard - learn essential Pet Tech CPR skills on this special day dedicated to keeping our furry friends safe!
UN English Language Day
Special Interest

UN English Language Day

Let's honor the power and beauty of the English language on UN English Language Day - whether it's through literature, music, or everyday conversation!
London Marathon
Special Interest

London Marathon

Ready, set, run! Join thousands of athletes from around the world in the ultimate adrenaline-fueled challenge - the London Marathon.
International Pixel-Stained Technopeasant Day
Arts & Entertainment

International Pixel-Stained Technopeasant Day

It's time to embrace your inner technopeasant and celebrate International Pixel-Stained Technopeasant Day in all its geeky glory!

2025 Monthly Holidays that include April 23

Stress Awareness Month
Health

Stress Awareness Month

Take a break and make Stress Awareness Month count - practice self-care, take time for yourself, and find healthier ways to manage stress!
Child Abuse Awareness Month
Cause

Child Abuse Awareness Month

Show your support for Child Abuse Awareness Month - help spread the message of protection and prevention to keep kids safe.
Autism Acceptance Month
Health

Autism Acceptance Month

This Autism Acceptance Month, join us in helping to raise awareness and show support for those on the autism spectrum!
Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Health

Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Help bring awareness to Sexual Assault Awareness Month by educating yourself and others on the issue - let's make a difference together!
Dog Appreciation Month
Animal

Dog Appreciation Month

It's time to show some love for our furry friends! Join us in celebrating Dog Appreciation Month and pamper your pup with treats, toys, and lots of cuddles.
National Poetry Month
Arts & Entertainment

National Poetry Month

Join us in celebrating National Poetry Month, and explore the world of words through captivating rhymes and stories!
Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month
Animal

Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month

Join the fight against animal cruelty this month and make a difference in the lives of our furry friends!
National Grilled Cheese Month
Food & Beverage

National Grilled Cheese Month

Get ready to indulge in ooey-gooey goodness all month long - it's National Grilled Cheese Month! Try new recipes, toppings, and variations for the ultimate cheesy experience.
National Alcohol Awareness Month
Health

National Alcohol Awareness Month

Join us in raising awareness during National Alcohol Awareness Month - get informed and take steps to support responsible drinking habits!
Occupational Therapy Month
Appreciation

Occupational Therapy Month

This Occupational Therapy Month, join us to recognize and celebrate the amazing work of occupational therapists in improving lives!
World Autism Month
Health

World Autism Month

This World Autism Month, let's spread awareness and acceptance for individuals on the spectrum. Let's celebrate neurodiversity together!
Canine Fitness Month
Animal

Canine Fitness Month

Get ready to unleash some fun and fitness with your furry friend during Canine Fitness Month! Join in on the activities and challenges for a healthier pup.
Financial Literacy Month
Cause

Financial Literacy Month

Start this Financial Literacy Month on the right track - learn the fundamentals of money management, investing, and budgeting!
Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Cause

Distracted Driving Awareness Month

Show your support for Distracted Driving Awareness Month by taking the pledge to always JustDrive - no distractions allowed!
Prevent Lyme Disease in Dogs Month
Animal

Prevent Lyme Disease in Dogs Month

It's Prevent Lyme Disease in Dogs Month - don't forget to protect your furry best friend with preventative measures and regular check-ups at the vet!
Adopt a Ferret Month
Animal

Adopt a Ferret Month

Looking for a new furry friend? October is Adopt a Ferret Month - find your perfect companion and give them a loving home!
National Soft Pretzel Month
Food & Beverage

National Soft Pretzel Month

Get ready to twist and dip - it's National Soft Pretzel Month! Indulge in this irresistible snack all month long with our top pretzel picks.
National BLT Sandwich Month
Food & Beverage

National BLT Sandwich Month

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food all month long - it's National BLT Sandwich Month! Delicious, classic, and oh so satisfying.

2025 Famous Birthdays on April 23

<div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/lee-majors" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/8d205ec7-cfaf-462a-f444-d5131da7d400/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Lee Majors" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">TV Actor</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/lee-majors" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Lee Majors</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/teagan-croft" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/72d5b280-a516-4e68-a189-2261e5bdeb00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Teagan Croft" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">TV Actress</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/teagan-croft" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Teagan Croft</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/dev-patel" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/a2e85950-b41a-427e-c938-12d9a047d400/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Dev Patel" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Movie Actor</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/dev-patel" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Dev Patel</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/courage" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/4701ba1a-eae7-428c-1e5b-4c776d893100/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="CouRage" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">YouTube Star</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/courage" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">CouRage</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/jeno" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/94a3b9fc-93f6-4a89-69f0-a1c7cff3c600/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Jeno" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Pop Singer</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/jeno" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Jeno</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/shirley-temple" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/1d2fa2f2-3481-41b4-62d5-252bef965600/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Shirley Temple" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Movie Actress</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/shirley-temple" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Shirley Temple</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/george-lopez" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/02372efa-bd59-49d4-7918-26799b2e8300/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="George Lopez" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Comedian</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/george-lopez" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">George Lopez</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/john-cena" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/f06af148-da9a-4e72-03ff-41a6ccb3fc00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="John Cena" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Wrestler</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/john-cena" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">John Cena</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/gigi-hadid" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/86070a72-c4fc-4632-08e9-fc47a17f4a00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Gigi Hadid" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Model</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/gigi-hadid" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Gigi Hadid</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/john-oliver" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/71976646-1e15-4515-f866-750f9943d600/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="John Oliver" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Comedian</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/john-oliver" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">John Oliver</h3></a></div></div></div></div>

Historical Events on April 23

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>215 BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Venus Erycina Temple Construction</div><div class='timeline-text'>A temple dedicated to Venus Erycina is built on the Capitoline Hill to commemorate the Roman defeat at Lake Trasimene.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Battle of Clontarf Victory</div><div class='timeline-text'>Irish High King Brian Boru achieves victory against Viking invaders in the Battle of Clontarf, although he is killed in battle. </div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1348</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Order of the Garter Creation</div><div class='timeline-text'>English King Edward III announces the founding of the Order of the Garter, a prestigious order of knights, on St. George's Day.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1635</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First US Public School Founded</div><div class='timeline-text'>Boston Latin School, American's first public school, is founded in Boston.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1661</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>King Charles II Coronation</div><div class='timeline-text'>King Charles II of England, Scotland and Ireland is crowned in Westminster Abbey.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1815</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Second Serbian Uprising</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Second Serbian Uprising, a phase of the national revolution against the Ottoman Empire, erupts.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1967</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Soviet Soyuz 1 Launch</div><div class='timeline-text'>Soyuz 1, a crewed spaceflight carrying cosmonaut Colonel Vladimir Komarov, is launched into orbit by the Soviet space program.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1985</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Coca-Cola Formula Change</div><div class='timeline-text'>Attempting to refresh their brand, Coca-Cola changes its formula and releases New Coke. The reaction is largely negative, leading to the original formula's return in less than three months.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Namibia Joins United Nations</div><div class='timeline-text'>Namibia becomes the 160th member of the United Nations and the 50th member of the Commonwealth of Nations.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First YouTube Video Uploaded</div><div class='timeline-text'>Jawed Karim, a co-founder of YouTube, uploads the first video, titled "Me at the zoo".</div></div></div>

FAQs

What holiday is April 23?
April 23rd is a treasure trove of unique and intriguing holidays, the perfect day to celebrate language, literature, and action-packed adventures! Get ready to channel your inner Bard on Talk Like Shakespeare Day or dive into the magical world of books with World Book Day. Whether you're indulging in a delightful cherry cheesecake for National Cherry Cheesecake Day, enjoying the great outdoors on National Picnic Day, or embracing the thrill of the London Marathon, there's something special for everyone to enjoy. Celebrate, learn, and explore on this dynamic day filled with diverse cultural excitations!