• National Above the Bus Day

    United States , United States

    National Above the Bus Day takes place every year on 5 October and encourages people to publicly recognise the coworkers, friends and family members who deserve credit for their good...

  • Charge Your Car Day

    United States , United States

    Charge Your Car Day takes place on 5 October 2026 and encourages drivers to learn about electric vehicles and the charging infrastructure that powers them. The day promotes the switch...

  • International Dysgraphia Awareness Day (IDAD) 2026

    International

    International Dysgraphia Awareness Day (IDAD) is a day dedicated to raising awareness about dysgraphia, a neurological condition that affects a person’s ability to write and put their thoughts on paper....

  • National Work Life Week 2026

    United Kingdom , United Kingdom

    National Work Life Week 2026 is an annual campaign that encourages individuals and organizations to focus on work-life balance and well-being in the workplace. This important week provides an opportunity...

  • International Plasma Awareness Week (IPAW) 2026

    International

    What is International Plasma Awareness Week (IPAW)? Every year, during October, the world celebrates plasma donors - the people who roll up their sleeves to save lives. Your plasma donation...

  • Dyslexia Awareness Week 2026

    International

    Dyslexia Awareness Week 2026 is an important annual campaign that aims to increase understanding and awareness of dyslexia, a learning difference that affects reading, writing, and spelling. This week-long event...

  • National Curry Week 2026

    United Kingdom , United Kingdom

    National Curry Week 2026 is a delightful celebration of one of the world's most beloved cuisines. This annual event encourages people of all backgrounds to explore the rich and diverse...

  • National Hygiene Week

    United Kingdom , United Kingdom

    National Hygiene Week 2026 takes place from Monday 5 October to Sunday 11 October 2026. The week is run by The Hygiene Bank charity to raise awareness of hygiene poverty...

  • National Badger Day 2026

    United Kingdom , United Kingdom

    National Badger Day is a special occasion that shines a spotlight on one of nature's most iconic creatures, the badger. This day celebrates the beauty, significance, and the need for...

  • World Cerebral Palsy Day 2026

    International

    World Cerebral Palsy Day is an annual event held on October 6th to raise awareness about cerebral palsy and to celebrate the lives and achievements of those living with the...

  • National Orange Wine Day

    United States , United States

    National Orange Wine Day takes place on Tuesday, 6 October 2026, celebrating one of the wine world's most distinctive and fast-growing styles. Despite the name, orange wine has nothing to...

  • National Mad Hatter Day

    United States , United States

    National Mad Hatter Day falls on Tuesday, 6 October 2026. It is an unofficial day of silliness inspired by the Mad Hatter from Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, encouraging...

  • Inbox Zero Day

    International

    Inbox Zero Day takes place every year on 6 October. It is a productivity-focused day that encourages people to clear out their overflowing email inboxes, tidy up their digital workspace,...

  • National Fruit at Work Day

    International

    National Fruit at Work Day is celebrated on the first Tuesday of October each year, encouraging workplaces to swap out sugary snacks and junk food for fresh fruit, and promoting...

  • National Energy Geek Day

    United States , United States

    National Energy Geek Day is an annual American observance held on 6 October that recognises the professionals who make homes more energy efficient, healthy, and resilient. In 2026 it falls...

  • National German-American Day

    United States , United States

    National German-American Day is observed in the United States on 6 October each year, celebrating the heritage and contributions of Americans of German descent. The date marks the anniversary of...

  • National Coaches Day

    United States , United States

    National Coaches Day takes place on Tuesday, 6 October 2026 across the United States. The observance honours the coaches who guide athletes at every level, from local youth teams to...

  • Trigeminal Neuralgia Awareness Day USA 2026

    For many Trigeminal Neuralgia will not be a familiar condition. It for that purpose that today, October 7th, is recognized as Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) Awareness Day. October 7th is the...

  • National Coffee with a Cop Day

    United States , United States

    National Coffee with a Cop Day takes place on Wednesday, 7 October 2026. The day brings police officers and the communities they serve together over a cup of coffee, with...

  • National Inner Beauty Day

    United States , United States

    National Inner Beauty Day takes place on Wednesday, 7 October 2026. The day encourages people to look beyond physical appearance and recognise the qualities that define real beauty, such as...

  • National Pumpkin Seed Day

    United States , United States

    National Pumpkin Seed Day falls on Wednesday, 7 October 2026, marking the first Wednesday of October each year. The day celebrates the humble pumpkin seed, one of autumn's most nutritious...