Holidays & Events
US holiday and seasonal guides, updated every year with confirmed dates, ideas and planning checklists. Start with the big ones below, or browse every guide.
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The holidays & events guides readers use most- 1Halloween 2026: The Complete Guide
- 2Thanksgiving 2026: The Complete Guide
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- 4Veterans Day 2026: Date, What’s Closed, Deals and History
- 5Election Day 2026: Date, Early Voting, Poll Hours and Voter ID
- 6Daylight Saving Time 2026: When Clocks Fall Back and What’s Next
- 72027 Calendar: Federal Holidays, Long Weekends and Key Dates
- 8Christmas 2026: The Complete Guide
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- Christmas Gift Ideas 2026: Best Gifts for Everyone on Your List
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- Christmas Party Ideas and Games for 2026 (Home and Office)
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- Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas for 2026: Themes, Lights, Ribbon and Safety
- Christmas Wishes 2026: 120+ Messages, Card Ideas and Quotes
- Couples Halloween Costumes 2026: 40+ Ideas (Funny, Cute & Easy)
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- Day of the Dead 2026: Dates, Meaning, Ofrenda Ideas and Events
- Daylight Saving Time 2026: When Clocks Fall Back and What’s Next
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- Earth Day 2027: Date, Theme, History and Things to Do
- Election Day 2026: Date, Early Voting, Poll Hours and Voter ID
- Elf on the Shelf Ideas 2026: 24-Night Calendar, Arrival, Goodbye and Rules
- Father’s Day 2027: Date, History and How to Celebrate
- Father’s Day Gifts 2027: Best Ideas for Every Dad and Budget
- Father’s Day Ideas 2027: 40+ Fun Things to Do With Dad
- Friendsgiving Ideas 2026: Themes, Potluck Menu, Games and Host Checklist
- Galentine’s Day 2027: Party Ideas, Gifts and Single on Valentine’s Day Plans
- Giving Tuesday 2026: Date, History, Tax Rules and How to Give
- Group Halloween Costumes 2026: 50 Ideas for Friends, Families & Coworkers
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- Halloween Crafts for Kids: 25 Easy Ideas by Age, With Steps
- Halloween Decorations 2026: 40+ Indoor & Outdoor Ideas
- Halloween Food Ideas: 40 Easy Party, Kids and Adult Recipes
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- Halloween Jokes for Kids: 120+ Funny, Clean Jokes and Riddles
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- Halloween Treats & Party Food 2026: 40+ Easy Recipes and Candy Ideas
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- How Long to Cook a Turkey: Cooking Time Chart by Pound (2026)
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- Kids’ Halloween Costumes 2026: 50+ Ideas for Boys, Girls & Teens
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- Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 2026: Time, Channel, Route and the 100th-Parade Balloons
- Men’s Halloween Costumes 2026: 50+ Ideas (Funny, Scary & Easy)
- MLK Day 2027: Date, What’s Closed, History and Day of Service
- Most Popular Halloween Costumes 2026: Google’s Trending List
- Mother’s Day 2027: Date, History and Ways to Celebrate
- Mother’s Day Gifts 2027: Best Ideas for Every Mom and Budget
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- New Year Wishes 2027: 120+ Messages, Quotes and Captions
- New Year’s Eve Party Ideas 2026: Themes, Games, Food and Ball Drop Times
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- Office Halloween Ideas 2026: Party Games, Costume Rules & Desk Decorations
- Outdoor Halloween Decorations 2026: 55+ Scary, Cute & DIY Ideas
- Pet Halloween Costumes 2026: 30+ Ideas for Dogs & Cats
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- Pumpkin Carving Ideas 2026: 50+ Easy, Kid, Adult & Contest Picks
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- Small Business Saturday 2026: Date, Amex Shop Small and Tips
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- Thanksgiving Dinner Menu Ideas 2026: Sides, Desserts, Quantities and Timeline
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- Thanksgiving Games and Activities for Kids and Adults: 70+ Ideas for 2026
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- Ugly Christmas Sweater Ideas 2026: DIY, Funny, Matching and Party Tips
- Valentine’s Day 2027: Date, History, Facts and How to Celebrate
- Valentine’s Day Decorations 2027: 30+ DIY, Table, Door and Party Ideas
- Valentine’s Day Gifts 2027: Best Ideas for Every Budget
- Valentine’s Day Gifts for Her 2027: Ideas for Wife and Girlfriend
- Valentine’s Day Gifts for Him 2027: Best Ideas for Boyfriend and Husband
- Valentine’s Day Ideas 2027: 40+ Date, At-Home and Dinner Ideas
- Valentine’s Day Nails 2027: Designs and Ideas
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