May National Days and Months

May – National Mental Health Awareness Month

This observance highlights the importance of mental health and aims to reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness. It was established in 1949 by Mental Health America and continues to promote education and support.

May 5 – Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican Army’s victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. It’s widely celebrated in the United States as a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage.

May 12 – National Nurses Day

This day honors the vital role that nurses play in health care. It marks the beginning of National Nurses Week and coincides with the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing.

May 27 – Memorial Day

Memorial Day is a U.S. federal holiday honoring military personnel who have died in service. It is observed on the last Monday of May and is marked by ceremonies, parades, and flags placed on graves of fallen soldiers.