On Thursday, 10th July 2026, Harry’s Hydrocephalus Awareness Trust (Harry’s HAT) will host Global Get-A-Head Day, a worldwide initiative to spotlight the critical importance of measuring a baby’s head circumference. This simple, non-invasive check can be life-saving, aiding in the early detection of conditions like hydrocephalus. The campaign invites individuals and communities globally to participate...
Join us in celebrating the rich and creamy delight of Pina Coladas on National Pina Colada Day 2026. A day dedicated to this popular tropical cocktail, it's a chance for enthusiasts to come together, share their love for this beverage and perhaps even learn a few new recipes. So, get your blenders ready, and let's...
Every July 10, Don’t Step On A Bee Day offers more than just a gentle reminder to watch where you walk. It’s a call to action to protect one of nature’s most vital pollinators. Bees are essential to our food systems, ecosystems, and biodiversity. Yet, their populations are under threat. This day encourages us to...
Collector Car Appreciation Day falls on Friday, 10 July 2026, marking the annual celebration of classic, vintage, and collector vehicles and the people who restore and preserve them. Held on the second Friday of July each year, the day is sponsored by the SEMA Action Network and recognises the cultural and historical importance of automotive...
Clerihew Day is celebrated each year on 10 July, the birthday of Edmund Clerihew Bentley, the English writer who invented the comic four-line verse that bears his name. The day encourages people to read, write, and share clerihews: short, witty biographical poems that poke gentle fun at the famous and the historical. It is a...
National Kitten Day is celebrated on Friday, 10 July 2026. The day honours kittens and the joy they bring, while drawing attention to the many young cats waiting for homes in shelters and rescues. It was created to encourage adoption and responsible pet ownership rather than buying from pet shops or breeders. How to Celebrate...
Bahamas Independence Day is the national day of The Bahamas, marked every year on 10 July. In 2026 it falls on Friday, 10 July, commemorating the moment in 1973 when the archipelago became a fully sovereign nation after more than three centuries under British rule. It is the most important date in the Bahamian calendar,...
Chronic Disease Awareness Day is observed each year on 10 July to raise public understanding of long-term health conditions and to advocate for better access to care. The day is led by the national non-profit advocacy organisation Good Days, working in partnership with more than two dozen patient advocacy groups. It draws attention to the...
World Kebab Day is celebrated on the second Friday of July each year, falling on 10 July in 2026. The day honours one of the world's most beloved street foods, from the Turkish shish and doner to the countless regional variations enjoyed across the globe. It was created to recognise the cultural significance and history...
Matariki is the Māori New Year, marked in Aotearoa New Zealand by the mid-winter rising of the Matariki star cluster. In 2026 the public holiday falls on Friday, 10 July. It is a time for remembrance of those who have died, for celebrating the present with family and community, and for looking ahead to the...
National Capybara Day is celebrated each year on 10 July, and in 2026 it falls on a Friday. The day honours the capybara, the world's largest rodent, and gives people across the globe a reason to learn about this calm, sociable semi-aquatic mammal of South America. It began as a memorial to a much-loved pet...
Global Energy Independence Day is an annual observance held on 10 July that champions the worldwide shift towards renewable and alternative energy sources. In 2026 it falls on Friday 10 July, a date chosen to coincide with the birthday of inventor Nikola Tesla, whose pioneering work on alternating current shaped the modern electricity supply. The...
Every summer in the UK, millions of flying ants suddenly take to the skies in a mass emergence that startles and fascinates in equal measure. One moment, the pavement is quiet – the next, it’s crawling with winged insects on a mission. This natural event, known as National Flying Ant Day, is more than just...
World Population Day 2026 shines a spotlight on one of the most critical issues facing our planet: the challenges and opportunities created by a growing global population. This international awareness event encourages everyone to consider how population trends impact health, development, and the environment, while inspiring positive action for a more sustainable future. What is...
Mark your calendars for an exciting event coming up in 2026! National Mojito Day 2026 is the perfect opportunity for mojito lovers and aficionados to celebrate their favorite cocktail. Here's everything you need to know about this refreshing event. When is National Mojito Day 2026? National Mojito Day 2026 falls on Thursday, July 11, 2026....
National Free Slurpee Day takes place on Saturday, 11 July 2026, when 7-Eleven gives away free small Slurpee drinks at participating stores across the United States. The date is chosen for its connection to the 7-Eleven brand, since 11 July reads as 7/11 in the American month-day format. It has become one of the best-known...
National Cheer Up the Lonely Day takes place every year on 11 July, falling on Saturday, 11 July 2026. The day encourages people to reach out to anyone who may be feeling isolated or forgotten, whether that is an elderly neighbour, a housebound relative, or a friend going through a difficult time. It is a...
National Simplicity Day is a day dedicated to embracing simplicity in all aspects of life. This observance encourages people to step back from the complexities of modern living and focus on the simple things that bring joy and contentment. It’s an opportunity to declutter, disconnect from technology, and reconnect with nature, mindfulness, and meaningful relationships....
National Different Colored Eyes Day takes place on 12 July each year, falling on Sunday, 12 July 2026. The day celebrates people who have two differently coloured eyes, a striking and rare characteristic known as heterochromia, and invites everyone to appreciate the natural variety found in human appearance. How to Celebrate National Different Colored Eyes...
The Twelfth, also known as Orangemen's Day, is an annual Ulster Protestant celebration held on 12 July across Northern Ireland. It commemorates the victory of the Protestant King William of Orange over the Catholic King James II at the Battle of the Boyne in 1690. In 2026 the Twelfth falls on Sunday, 12 July, and...
The International Day of Combating Sand and Dust Storms takes place on 12 July each year. Established by the United Nations General Assembly, the day raises awareness of the health, environmental, and economic damage caused by sand and dust storms, and promotes coordinated action to reduce their impact on communities around the world. What is...