May Awareness Days 2027 (UK) and National Days
There are 167 awareness days, weeks and months in May 2027. The ones people look up most: VE (Victory in Europe) Day (8 May), National Brother Day (24 May), World Meditation Day (21 May), National Walking Month (all month) and Dementia Action Week (17 to 23 May).
Updated 1 October 2026
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Key dates and national days in May
- World Press Freedom Day3 May
- Star Wars Day4 May
- Cinco de Mayo5 May
- Mother's Day US9 May
- Mental Health Awareness Week10 May
- International Nurses Day12 May
- International Day of Families15 May
- Eurovision Song Contest15 May
- National Smile Month17 May
- World Bee Day20 May
- Spring Bank Holiday31 May
Key May 2027 awareness days
- All month National Walking Month
- All month Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month US
- Sunday 2 May World Laughter Day
- 3 to 9 May Deaf Awareness Week
- Tuesday 4 May Star Wars Day
- Wednesday 5 May World Hand Hygiene Day
- 5 to 11 May Dying Matters Week
- Saturday 8 May VE (Victory in Europe) Day
- Saturday 8 May World Donkey Day
- Sunday 9 May National Children’s Day UK
- Sunday 9 May Mother’s Day US
- 10 to 16 May Mental Health Awareness Week
- Wednesday 12 May World Fibromyalgia Awareness Day
- Wednesday 12 May International Nurses Day
- Thursday 13 May World Cocktail Day
- 17 to 23 May Dementia Action Week
- Thursday 20 May World Bee Day
- Friday 21 May World Meditation Day
- Friday 21 May World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development
- Sunday 23 May World Turtle Day
- Monday 24 May National Brother Day US
- Thursday 27 May World Marketing Day
- Saturday 29 May National Biscuit Day
- Saturday 29 May World Digestive Health Day
- Monday 31 May Spring Bank Holiday
Awareness Months in May 2027
All May 2027 Awareness Days by Date
Plan your May content
Every awareness day and key date for the year in your spreadsheet and calendar with the Awareness Days Toolkit.
Planning content for May? See the key dates on the marketing calendar and the lighter days on the social media holidays list.
Frequently Asked Questions
What national days are in May 2027?
There are 167 national days, awareness days, and observances in May 2027. This includes 113 single-day events, 30 awareness weeks, and 24 awareness months covering health, community, food, education, and more.
What awareness month is May?
May 2027 is home to 24 awareness months and month-long campaigns. Browse the full list above to discover all the causes and observances being marked throughout the month.
What holidays and special days are in May?
May 2027 includes 113 single-day events, 30 awareness weeks, and 24 awareness months. These range from international observances and national days to fun and quirky celebrations.
How many awareness days are in May?
There are 167 total awareness events in May 2027. This includes national days, international observances, awareness weeks, and month-long campaigns. Awareness Days maintains one of the most comprehensive calendars of these events.
What is May known for?
May is known for 167 awareness days and national observances. It is a key month for awareness campaigns, with 24 month-long observances and 30 awareness weeks running alongside 113 individual days.