This is our day guide for Wednesday May 21st 2025 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 21st 2025
Chile: Navy Day
Commemorates the Battle of Iquique in 1879 and the bravery of Captain Prat
Montenegro: Independence Day
Anniversary of the Montenegrin independence referendum in 2006 when the country decided to leave Serbia and Montenegro.Observances on May 21st 2025
International: International Customer Support Day
Customer support staff are there to give us all a helping hand, so on the third Wednesday in May take a moment to thank them.
USA: National American Red Cross Founder’s Day
The American Red Cross was founded by Clara Barton on May 21st 1881.
USA: National Memo Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Memo Day
USA: National Strawberries and Cream Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Strawberries and Cream Day
USA: National Waitstaff Day
Here's a tip - why not dedicate this day to those who bring the food and drink to our tables.
United Nations: Cultural Diversity Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development
USA: World Metrology Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Metrology Day
United Nations: International Tea Day
A day to celebrate the most popular drink in the world after water.
USA: Emergency Medical Services for Children Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of Emergency Medical Services for Children DayMay 20th 2025 | Go to Today | May 22nd 2025
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| General Information for May 21st 2025 | |
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| There are 2 public holidays today. | |
| Day 141 of 2025 | |
| 224 days left in 2025 | |
| Week 21 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1982 - The iconic Hacienda nightclub in Manchester opens its doors and suddenly Britain goes baggy to the sounds of The Stone Roses and the Happy Mondays. | |
| 1980 - Star Wars - The Empire Strikes Back goes on general release. | |
| Every year - The feast days of St. Helena of Constantine and her son, the Emperor Constantine, are celebrated in the East. |
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