Walking, story telling, doughnuts, Harry Potter and midwives also get their moment in the spotlight thanks to themed days, weeks and months.
We have selected nine and included some local scenes to help you get into the spirit of the occasion.
So let’s step back in style. Care to join us?
5. May the 4th be with you
It's Star Wars Day n May 4. To get you in the spirit of the occasion, here are Nick Mapplebeck and Gavin Mann dressing up as Stars Wars characters for a fundraising event at Cineworld in 2007. Photo: CL
6. Tasty treats at Sandhaven
Out and about at Sandhaven Beach. Coffee and donuts with Raine Ling in 2020 but did you know it is National Doughnut Week from May 7? Photo: Stu Norton
7. A wizard reminder from 2003
Children at the Noah's Ark Nursery took part in a Harry Potter treasure hunt for charity in 2003. Can you spot someone you know? And did you know that it is International Harry Potter Day on May 2? Photo: TR
8. Koko the donkey - brilliant in East Boldon
Staff at Helen Gibson Nursery, East Boldon, performed the Nativity for the youngsters with the help from Koko the donkey, belonging to pupil Ruby Burnett-Houghton. That was back in 2014 but you can show your appreciation for donkeys on World Donkey Day on May 8. Photo: Tim Richardson