Take the Stairs Day Jan. 14, 2026

Our neighbours to the south have a day for almost everything—and this one"s a good excuse to get moving. National Take the Stairs Day, observed in the United States on the second Wednesday of January, encourages everyone to add small bursts of movement to daily life. Choosing stairs instead of elevators, or fitting in a short walk or bike ride, helps to build healthier habits. With millions living with chronic lung disease and air quality concerns growing, simple actions that strengthen our bodies matter more than ever, no matter which side of the border you"re on.

© George Pachantouris/Getty Images

palette

Today in History

A delightful day for donkeys
Jan. 14, 2024Whooper swans
Jan. 14, 2025Village of Zahara de la Sierra, Cadiz, Spain

More Desktop Wallpapers:

Nov. 30, 2023Saint Andrews Day
May 15, 2024The Blue City of Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India
Aug. 1, 2024Floating fruit market, Kaptai Lake, Rangamati, Bangladesh
Aug. 10, 2025World Lion Day
Reflecting its stylish past today
Peek-a-boo, I see you!
May 15, 2025Palace of Westminster, London, England
Mar. 13, 2025Holi celebration in Jaipur, India
Dec. 31, 2023Happy New Years Eve!
Oct. 6, 2023Taughannock Falls State Park, New York
Feb. 26, 2026Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona, United States
Why are blackbirds tied to winter?
Aug. 21, 2023Discovery Day in Canada
You otter check this out
Feb. 17, 2026Chinese New Year
Sep. 26, 2025Least chipmunk, Kootenai National Forest, Montana, United States
Apr. 5, 2026Easter Sunday
Aug. 14, 2024World Lizard Day
Serene waters on a trembling earth
A view that’s out of this world
Where did you drop the fish, son?
Its puffling season!
Mar. 19, 2025A black heron canopy hunting in Botswana
Sep. 23, 2024Sea Otter Awareness Week
The butterfly effect
Mar. 4, 2024Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica
Oct. 24, 2025Night view of the RMS Queen Mary, Long Beach, California, United States
Sep. 30, 2024Walruses in Svalbard, Norway
Beauty resides in trees
Mar. 21, 2024International Day of Forests