13 Best Ways to Celebrate April

“April showers bring May flowers,” they say. But why wait for May when April itself holds so much magic?

This month offers countless ways to soak in the season’s gifts. It fills our world with color and warmth. The streets come alive with blooming flowers. Birds return to fill the morning air with song.

We’ve gathered simple ways to celebrate April’s charm. Our list goes beyond the usual Easter egg hunts and spring cleaning.

These activities fit any budget and bring pure joy to each day. Some take you outdoors into the fresh spring air. Others let you create magic right at home.

You don’t need fancy plans to enjoy this time of year. Our ideas will help you make the most of every April day.

Get ready to make this April a month to remember.

Special Days & Fun Activities

1. April 1 – April Fools’ Day

Remember those school days when someone put a whoopee cushion on your chair? That’s what April 1st is all about! This playful tradition goes back to the 1500s when people switched to a new calendar system.

Want to join the fun? Keep it light and friendly:

• Put googly eyes on everything in your friend’s desk drawer
• Tell your family you learned to speak backward (then talk gibberish)
• Share silly animal photos with made-up facts

2. April 5 – National Deep Dish Pizza Day

This day celebrates the pizza that eats like a meal! Born in Chicago in the 1940s, deep dish pizza proves more is more when it comes to cheese and sauce.

Make it count:

• Try making a deep-dish pizza at home
• Order from your local pizza spot
• Hold a pizza-tasting party
• Learn the history of different pizzas

3. April 7 – World Health Day

Since 1948, this day has helped people understand how to stay healthy. Each year brings a new focus on making our lives better.

Make it count:

• Take a morning walk in your neighborhood
• Try cooking a new healthy recipe
• Write thank-you notes to local healthcare workers
• Share fruits instead of candy with friends

4. April 11 – National Pet Day

Our furry, feathered, and scaly friends make life better every day. This special day puts the spotlight on the pets who fill our homes with love and joy.

Show them extra love:

• Give your pet a special treat
• Take extra-long walks
• Make homemade pet toys
• Share your favorite pet photos
• Help at a local animal shelter

5. April 12 – National Big Wind Day

On this day in 1934, scientists measured the fastest wind ever recorded – 231 miles per hour at Mount Washington! This day celebrates nature’s mighty power.

Make it special:

• Build and test paper airplanes
• Watch clouds race across the sky
• Create pinwheels for your garden
• Learn about weather patterns

6. April 16 – National Eggs Benedict Day

This breakfast favorite was born in New York in the 1800s—one perfectly poached egg sitting on ham and an English muffin topped with creamy sauce.

Time to feast:

• Try making this classic dish at home
• Test new toppings like spinach or salmon
• Invite friends for a breakfast party
• Share your cooking pictures online

7. April 17 – National Haiku Poetry Day

Three lines tell a story—five-seven-five syllables. Pure magic happens. This old Japanese art form turns simple words into tiny paintings in our minds. Even kids can write beautiful haikus about things they see and feel.

Join the fun:

• Write haikus about spring
• Read poems in the park
• Share verses with friends
• Draw pictures for your poems

8. April 22 – Earth Day

Born in 1970, this day brings people together to help our planet. Small acts add up to big changes when we all work together.

Make a difference:

• Join a local clean-up group
• Start a small garden at home
• Skip plastic bags for one day
• Share environmental tips with friends

9. April 23 – National Picnic Day

Spring weather calls for outdoor meals! Pack your basket and head outside for food that somehow tastes better when eaten on a blanket.

Perfect picnic ideas:

• Pack easy finger foods
• Find a sunny spot in the park
• Bring games and music
• Make sandwich art
• Try new picnic spots

10. April 26 – Arbor Day

Trees give us shade, clean air, and beauty. Started in Nebraska in 1872, this day reminds us to care for our leafy friends.

Show your support:

• Help plant trees in your area
• Draw your favorite tree
• Collect different kinds of leaves
• Have a picnic under a tree

11. April 28 – National Superhero Day

Everyone needs a hero! This day celebrates both comic book champions and real-life heroes who make our world better. From firefighters to teachers, from Spider-Man to Wonder Woman, heroes come in all shapes and sizes. They remind us that we all have the power to help others.

Power up your day:

• Wear your favorite hero shirt
• Watch superhero movies
• Thank local community heroes
• Make a cape and mask
• Draw your own superhero

12. April 29 – International Dance Day

Our bodies tell stories through movement. This day celebrates how people around the world express joy through dance. There are no rules – just feel the music and move!

Move to the beat:

• Learn a simple dance routine
• Have a family dance party
• Try dances from other cultures
• Share your happy dance online

13. April 30 – Bugs Bunny Day

This day honors the carrot-munching rabbit who’s made us laugh since 1940. Bugs Bunny taught us that wit beats strength any day and that it’s okay to be silly sometimes. His smart remarks and clever tricks have made him a beloved character for over 80 years!

Celebrate cartoon style:

• Watch classic Bugs Bunny cartoons
• Snack on carrots and dip
• Try your best Bugs Bunny voice
• Draw your favorite scenes
• Host a Looney Tunes movie night

Tips to Make the Most of April Celebrations

Before you head off to try these activities, here’s a handy guide to help you plan:

Create a Calendar:

• Mark these special days in advance
• Set reminders on your phone
• Plan which activities fit your schedule best

Budget Smart:

• Many activities cost nothing
• Group activities can split costs
• Keep supplies simple and reusable

Capture Memories:

• Take photos of your celebrations
• Write down funny moments
• Save special items in a memory box

Your April Story Starts Now!

April brings something special for everyone. From playful pranks to quiet moments with books, from dancing with friends to planting new trees – each day offers a chance to add joy to your life.

Remember, celebrations don’t need to be big or perfect. The real magic happens when you make these moments your own.

What’s your first pick from our list? Start planning today, and make this April truly special.

Share Your April Adventures!

• Drop a comment below about which day you’re most excited to celebrate
• Tag us in your April celebration photos using #AprilFun2025

See you in the comments! Let’s make this April memorable together.