Share joy, give thanks: November 2024 Holidays and Observances

Thanksgiving is so much more than a single day of feasting with family and friends. It’s a season to reflect and to be grateful. This month we honor veterans, caregivers, Native Americans and more. Then we finish with a couple of big holidays.
It’s time to flip the calendar page, check out November holidays and observances, and start thinking about who we’re connecting with this month. We’ve shared some ideas to help you celebrate.
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Scorpio (October 23-November21)
Sagittarius (November 22-December 21)
Your Special Days in November
Grab your calendar and a notepad. For your personal list of notes to write and cards to send, think about:
- Birthdays
- Weddings and anniversaries
- New babies and showers
- New jobs, promotions and retirements
- Thank-you notes
- Special events
- People you’re thinking about or praying for
- Folks you’ve been meaning to get in touch with
- Friends who need some extra care
Time to stock up?
November is National Native American Heritage Month.
November is National Family Caregivers Month.
November Holidays and Observances
All November:
National Native American Heritage Month
National Family Caregivers Month
- Ways to support and care for a caregiver
- Read real stories and a personal perspective about caregiving
- Simple ways to include children in caregiving
- Taking food to friends in need
National Novel Writing Month
- Did you know the Hallmark Channel publishes novels, too? Browse them here.
No-Shave November
- Put away the shaving cream and razors, let your hair grow, and donate the money you usually spend on cutting, trimming, waxing and grooming to your favorite cancer-fighting charity.
Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) is November 1-2. (Translation: The memories and the love of those who have passed are with us on this Day of the Dead and always.)
No-Shave November is all month long.
November 1:
All Saints Day/Día de Todos los Santos
Day of the Little Angels/Día de los Angelitos
Diwali
- Learn all about this joyous festival of light here.
- Ideas for what to write in a Diwali card.
- Shop Diwali cards.
Day of the Dead/Día de Muertos
- Learn about history and traditions
- Honor those who have passed by creating an altar
- Make and decorate calaveras de azúcar (sugar skulls) or download a free coloring page
- Include little ones in the celebration with these kid-friendly Día de Muertos crafts
November 7:
Election Day
November 10-19
Holiday Open House
The magic of the holidays starts at home, when you’re surrounded by your favorite people, fondest traditions and new memories in the making. Visit your Hallmark Gold Crown for special offers as the Countdown to Christmas continues.
November 11:
Veterans Day
Diwali is November 1.
International Children’s Day is November 20.
November 13:
World Kindness Day
- Teach kids about kindness
- Download a free printable kindness journal
- Get ideas for 30 days of kindness and caring
Sometime in November
Friendsgiving
- Friendsgiving is a holiday gathering of friends and chosen family. There’s no designated date.
- Browse Friendsgiving cards and gifts
November 20:
Transgender Day of Remembrance
International Children’s Day
World Kindness Day is November 13.
Thanksgiving is on November 28.
November 28:
Thanksgiving
- What is Thanksgiving?
- Shop Thanksgiving cards
- Shop Thanksgiving gifts and décor
- Browse Thanksgiving ideas
November 29:
Native American Heritage Day
- Celebrate the cultures and traditions of Native Americans and recognize their many contributions.
More Ideas for November
Start a conversation about gratitude
Bust out these free, printable, gratitude conversation cards at Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving this year to get the good vibes flowing.
Get creative with the kids ahead of Turkey Day
Go foraging for a few treasures with the kids and create this colorful turkey centerpiece for the table, plus three more cute craft ideas!
Express love and care in meaningful ways
Hallmark Writer Melvina Young believes love is a life force. She shares ways and words to show love to your littles, your family, your sisters and yourself.
LOOKING AHEAD: Easy Christmas card envelope lettering
From fancy letters to seasonal shapes and more, get our free downloadable and simple tips for making your holiday card envelopes extra festive this year.
November Celebration Planner

Download this November Celebration Planner page to help keep track of this month’s special moments. IT’S FREE!
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Fall in love with November with these autumn-inspired designs for your screens.
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