Beyond April Fools – Weird and Wonderful April Holidays You Should Know
April may be famous for its showers and pranks, but it’s also secretly the life of the party. It’s the month where penguins, pecans, and superheroes all get their moment in the spotlight. And we’re totally here for it. So, grab your calendar and skip the pranks because these are the weird and wonderful holidays we are celebrating this month.
National Pecan Month
Didn’t get your fill of gooey pecan goodness over the holidays? April’s month-long ode to the pecan gives us a great excuse to bake a pie, eat a pie, and maybe mail a pie postcard just because we’re a little nutty like that.
World Book Day
Hey, bookworms, library lurkers, and secret fan-fiction writers, April 23rd is your day. Flip the pages of a book-inspired calendar or frame a vintage print of a cozy book nook. Nothing says “I love books” like paper goods that smell like nostalgia.
World Penguin Day
April 25th is a global day to honor the dapper dudes and dudettes almost exclusive to the Southern Hemisphere. Here’s to living with the confidence of a penguin on parade. Bonus points if you do a happy feet dance and send a penguin-drinking champagne greeting card to honor the day.
National Superhero Day
Started initially by Marvel employees, April 28th honors both real-life heroes and fictional caped crusaders. Anyone can be a superhero, whether it's your mail carrier, dog walker, neighbor, or grocery store clerk. Say thanks the next time you see them. Or better yet, give them a sweet vintage paper gift to truly show your gratitude.
International Jazz Day
It don’t mean a thing if it ain’t got that swing! From smoky lounges to syncopated postcards, jazz is the soundtrack of cool. Whether you’re a jazz aficionado or a casual fan of the genre, April 30 is your time to catch the beat with a vintage music magnet.
Why do we love off-beat April holidays so much? Because they’re delightfully random, lowkey meaningful, and overall, just plain fun. Whether you’re celebrating with pie, penguins, or bebop, we’ve got a postcard, greeting card, print, calendar, sticker, or magnet to help you mark all the momentous (and not-so) moments.
