Seasonal change is in the making as the year nears its halfway mark, with the last of the spring days slowly transitioning to the warmth of summer. In today’s collection, I bring you coloring pages inspired by the transitional month of May.
May, the fifth month of the Gregorian calendar, is named after Maius or mensis Maius, the third month in the ancient Roman calendar. One theory suggests May is named after the Greek goddess Maia or the Roman goddess of fertility, Bona Dea. Another believes it originates from Latin maiores for “elders”, with June, the following month, named after Latin iuniores, meaning “young people”.
22 May Coloring Pages Printable (May Day Coloring Pages Included)
From Mother’s Day to Cinco de Mayo, let’s discover some of the things you can anticipate in the upcoming 31 days of May through this collection of May coloring pages.
Armed Forces Day Coloring Page
This illustration featuring the bald eagle as seen in the Coat of Arms of the United States, and the two American flags, marks the Armed Forces Day, held on the third Saturday of May every year. Add accurate colors for each of the elements to pay your tribute.
Bird Singing A Song Of May
This little bird is here to welcome you to May, with her special melody inspired by spring. You can join in and hum a song about May while you color this illustration.
Boy Enjoys An Ice Cream In May
This boy is saying hello to May in his own sweet style by having an ice cream ata picnic. Fill in colorful flavors for the ice creams visible on this coloring page, including the ones in the ice cream cart.
Cinco De Mayo Coloring Page
All the different elements on this coloring page should give you an idea about the country that’s being celebrated. It’s Mexico, and this is an illustration for Cinco de Mayo, translated in Spanish as the 5th of May, a day celebrating Mexican food, heritage, and culture.
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May Floral Garden
This floral garden is in full bloom, thanks to the perfect climatic conditions in May. Use different colors to highlight each flower in this illustration.
A Fun Day At The Beach In May
Not too hot or cold, May is the perfect month to spend a fun day at the beach. Whether it’s playing with a beach ball or taking a walk in a cool pair of tropical-themed sandals, it is always an exciting time at the beach at this time of the year.
HelloMay Coloring Page
Time to put on your creative hat for this artistic illustration. Use different shades of vivid colors for the floral and leafy decorations, including the butterfly. Color the text “Hello May” in solid, classy colors.
Kentucky Derby Coloring Page
Here’s an illustration showcasing the thrill of the Kentucky Derby horse race, one of the oldest sporting events in the United States. Use your expert coloring skills to capture the movement on this coloring page.
Outdoors In May! Time For Kids To Play
These kids seem to be having a great time playing outdoors. A bright, sunny day in May with a cool breeze is perfect for outdoor activity.
Decorative May Coloring Page
This is such an eye-catching illustration dedicated to May. It looks like leaves and flowers are growing out of each letter of the month, creating a vibrant illustration.
Squirrel Smells A May Flower
The fragrance of flowers is one of the coolest things about spring. Several flowers are in bloom in this forest, illustrated here. No wonder this squirrel took a break from his day to smell one of the May flowers.
International Workers’ Day Or May Day
May 1 is observed annually as International Workers’ Day to honor laborers and the rights of the working class. Also known as Labor Day or May Day, use striking colors to fill this illustration showcasing a laborer holding a tool.
Boy In The Garden Of May
This feels like a mystical illustration of a lost garden. In love with the way nature grows and blooms in spring, especially in May, this boy is here with a glass jar to capture the essence of this enchanting forest.
May Month Flower Coloring Page
Lily of the Valley, scientifically known as Convallaria majalis, is the flower representing the month of May. It’s a tiny plant featuring drooping bell-shaped white flowers, which symbolize purity and innocence.
May The Fourth Be With You Coloring Page
Fans of George Lucas’ Star Wars media franchise began celebrating May 4 as Star Wars Day, originating from a catchphrase in the film “May the Force be with you”. Since then, it has been officially recognized with several events held on this day.
Maypole Dance Coloring Page
Maypole refers to the centrally erected wooden pole that has ribbons tied at the top. The dancers, celebrating the beginning of May linked to European folk festivals at the start of summer, hold the ribbons and move around each other, till they end up wrapping the pole.
Memorial Day Coloring Page
An annual federal holiday in the United States, Memorial Day, is observed to mourn personnel who died in service. It’s marked by visiting cemeteries and placing flags on the graves, on the last Monday in May.
Related: 28 Memorial Day Coloring Pages To Print
Mother Goose Day Coloring Page
Celebrated on May 1, Mother Goose Day is an ode to children’s literature, folklore, and imagination. Mother Goose is a literary character associated with fairy tales, through a collection of French fairy tales by Charles Perrault in the 17th century and its English translation in the 18th century.
Mother’s Day Special Card
You can use this illustration to make an endearing Mother’s Day card for your mom. Once you fill in the colors, write a note and give it to your mother on the second Sunday in May.
Queen Of May Coloring Page
Queen of May is an ancient European festival celebrating the onset of summer as May Day with festivities like a parade, as illustrated here. Young women, all dressed in white to symbolize purity, participate in the parade with the Queen of May wearing a floral crown being carried on a floral seat.
Rabbit Finds A Plump Carrot
While the flowers are in full bloom, even some vegetables grow big in May, just like this field of carrots that this rabbit found. Look at him eagerly nibbling on the first carrot he dug up.
Spring In May Month Coloring Page
Spring is truly at its prime in May with greenery all around and flowers in full bloom. Here’s an illustration showcasing peak springtime with the blossoming flowers attracting a bee hovering to collect nectar.
With that peak spring illustration, I end today’s beautiful collection of May coloring pages. I hope you are looking forward to May as you color these illustrations inspired by the month and its important events. Which days are you most excited about in May? Let me know about it or any other events not included in this collection in the comments section below.
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