Holidays and Observances Page 2

April is designated as Month of the Military Child – a time to honor the sacrifices made by military families worldwide, with an emphasis on the experi...

Labor Day falls on Monday, Sept. 1, 2025. Each year, we compile a list of military discounts offered by retailers to the military community on Labor Day. Che...

Patriot Day, officially known as National Day of Service and Remembrance, is observed every Sept. 11th in honor of the individuals who lost their lives as a ...

Coast Guard Day is held each year on Aug. 4th to recognize and honor the efforts of The United States Coast Guard. This celebration is considered an “interna...

July 28th is National Buffalo Soldiers Day, the holiday celebrating the contributions of some of the earliest African-American troops in the United States mi...

Update: In 2025, an executive order renamed the Department of Defense to the Department of War. This article will reflect the name change from DoD to Do...

What is Spirit of ‘45 Day? This observance, held annually on the second Sunday of August, should not be confused by the Ken Loach film titled, The Spirit Of ...

PTSD Awareness Day is observed every year on June 27th. PTSD stands for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and is a condition that many veterans and non-veterans...

Armed Forces Day is celebrated on the third Saturday in May. Thanks to President Harry S. Truman, it’s a day to pay special tribute to the men and wome...

Military Saves Week has transitioned to Military Saves Month. The Military Saves campaign encourages military families to save money every month. The purpose...