List of Special Days to Help You
Plan Your Content and Promotions
I have been looking all over for a resource to give small business and microbusiness owners to use with your FREE Marketing Calendar Template (click for free download). The template includes a handful of holidays, special days, and observances but it would take some time to do an in depth search for “special” days that were relevant to your business. This list below is so comprehensive I just had to share it!
Yes… there are A LOT of super silly days on here. But I bet there are some you can use no matter what industry you are in. For example National Drink Wine Day is so official it has its own website. It’s not too early to get ready for Feb 18th and think of all the reasons to drink… I mean promotions you can make that involve wine.
HOW TO USE THE LIST
Scan through this list and mark on your calendar the days you can use in your blogging and marketing efforts. Do an internet search for information on the “special” day and make notes on how you can incorporate them into your content marketing plan or business promotions. I know it’s a long list but the time you are going to save not having to search for this information is ten-fold the time it will take you to go through this list.
If you need any suggestions on developing content, just reach out and let me know. –Chantelle
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This was originally posted by a savvy intern named Cristina over at The DSM Group – a full-service marketing, advertising and public relations agency over in New Jersey. Click to view their website (which is pretty impressive) or the original post.___________________________________________________
Marketing Calendar 2015
Posted by Cristina on 1:27 PM on October 1, 2014
Having trouble coming up with marketing content for the upcoming year? Need a little help making a marketing calendar that fits with your company’s vision? Check out our 2015 Marketing Calendar to get a head’s up on all upcoming holidays and events.
While everyone is making their New Year’s resolutions to get back into the gym or finally quit that nasty habit, think about what you can do to improve your business. Just like any successful resolution, planning is key. Maybe offer a spring kickoff promotion or simply wish your customers a Happy Independence Day.
There are events for every day of the year, and you’re likely to find great ways to connect with your customers!
January Marketing Ideas
January 1st, Thursday: New Years Day – When to start marketing: Monday, December 1st
Ring in the New Year and roll out your brand spankin’ new marketing plan. If you’re not excited about 2015 yet, you should get excited!
Think of all the marketing opportunities this year has to bring. If you can’t think of any, you’re in luck because we’ve thought of some for you! Don’t wait for January 1st to start thinking of strategies. Getting an early start is crucial for a successful business year.
January 19th, Monday: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day – When to start marketing: Monday, January 5th
“I Have a Dream” that your business can strive to be successful this year. Martin Luther King, Jr. fought hard against racism and was a key figure of the civil rights movement.
Channel the passion that King had to bring your business the best marketing strategies you can think of. Afterward, thank him with an in-store or online display. Martin Luther King, Jr. left behind a strong legacy, and your business can too.
Other Marketing Ideas in January
| January 1st, Thursday – Commitment day | January 17th, Saturday – Ditch New Year’s Resolutions Day |
| January 2nd, Friday – Buffett Day | January 18th, Sunday – Thesaurus Day |
| January 3rd, Saturday – Drinking Straw Day | January 19th, Monday – Popcorn Day |
| January 4th, Sunday – Spaghetti Day | January 20th, Tuesday – Cheese Lovers Day |
| January 5th, Monday – Bird Day | January 21st, Wednesday – Hugging Day |
| January 6th, Tuesday – Cuddle Up Day | January 22nd, Thursday – Celebration of Life Day |
| January 7th, Wednesday – Tempura Day | January 23rd, Friday – Measure Your Feet Day |
| January 8th, Thursday – Show and Tell at Work Day | January 24th, Saturday – Peanut Butter Day |
| January 9th, Friday – Apricot Day | January 25th, Sunday – Opposite Day |
| January 10th, Saturday – Cut Your Energy Costs Day | January 26th, Monday – Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day |
| January 11th, Sunday – Step In a Puddle and Splash Your Friends Day | January 27th, Tuesday – Chocolate Cake Day |
| January 12th, Monday – Clean Off Your Desk Day | January 28th, Wednesday – International Fun at Work Day |
| January 13th, Tuesday – Rubber Duckie Day | January 29th, Thursday – Puzzle Day |
| January 14th, Wednesday – Dress Up Your Pet Day | January 30th, Friday – Insane Answering Message Day |
| January 15th, Thursday – Hat Day | January 31st, Saturday – Backward Day |
| January 16th, Friday – Nothing Day |
See the other 11 months in this easy-to-read and easy-to-print word document: Special Days Marketing Calendar 2015 or the original post.
Chantelle Kadala 