Zombie Awareness Month 2026
May is Zombie Awareness Month 2026, a playful and educational time that uses the popular theme of zombies to promote disaster preparedness. This month-long event encourages learning about emergency preparedness...
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Lupus Awareness Month
InternationalEvery May, people across the globe come together to shine a light on a complex, often invisible illness: lupus. Lupus Awareness Month is about visibility, understanding, and action. For those...
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Maternal Mental Health Month 2026
InternationalMay is Maternal Mental Health Month 2026, a dedicated time to acknowledge and address the emotional and mental health challenges that mothers face. This important event seeks to break the...
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National Clean Air Month 2026
United States , United StatesMay is National Clean Air Month 2026, a time to focus on the importance of maintaining clean air and reducing air pollution. This initiative encourages individuals, communities, and businesses to...
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The Big Paddle Cleanup 2026
United Kingdom , United KingdomThe Big Paddle Cleanup is an inspiring event that brings together individuals passionate about protecting our oceans, rivers, and waterways. This collective effort aims to raise awareness about the importance...
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Make May Purple /Action On Stroke Month 2026
United Kingdom , United KingdomMay is Action on Stroke Month 2026, a time to unite globally in the fight against stroke. This campaign focuses on raising awareness about the prevention and treatment of strokes,...
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Coeliac Awareness Month 2026
United Kingdom , United KingdomCoeliac Awareness Month is a global initiative observed each May to increase public understanding of coeliac disease—an autoimmune disorder where the ingestion of gluten leads to damage in the small...
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Mental Health Awareness Month 2026
InternationalMental Health Awareness Month takes place every May and is the longest-running awareness campaign dedicated to mental health in the United States. Founded by Mental Health America (MHA) in 1949,...
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National Military Appreciation Month 2026
United States , United StatesNational Military Appreciation Month takes place throughout May each year across the United States. Established by Congress in 1999, this month-long observance honours the men and women who serve —...
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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2026
United States , United StatesAsian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month takes place every May across the United States, honouring the history, culture, and contributions of Americans with roots in Asia and the...
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National Arthritis Awareness Month
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Free Comic Book Day in the USA 2026
United States , United StatesFree Comic Book Day is an annual event celebrated by comic book enthusiasts, publishers, and retailers across the world. Held on the first Saturday in May, it’s a day dedicated...
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World Ankylosing Spondylitis Day 2026
InternationalWorld Ankylosing Spondylitis Day is a global awareness initiative aimed at educating the public about ankylosing spondylitis (AS), a type of inflammatory arthritis that primarily affects the spine. Observed annually...
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International Dawn Chorus Day 2026
InternationalInternational Dawn Chorus Day 2026 is a global event celebrated annually on the first Sunday of May to appreciate the beauty of bird songs. This day encourages people to wake...
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World Press Freedom Day 2026
InternationalWorld Press Freedom Day takes place on 3 May each year, drawing global attention to the fundamental principles of press freedom, the safety of journalists, and the right of every...
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World Laughter Day 2026
InternationalWorld Laughter Day is celebrated on the first Sunday of May each year, falling on Sunday, 3 May in 2026. Founded in 1998 by Dr. Madan Kataria, the creator of...
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International Family Equality Day
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Firefighters’ Memorial Day 2026
United Kingdom , United KingdomFirefighters’ Memorial Day is a solemn national occasion dedicated to honoring the courage, service, and sacrifice of firefighters across the UK. Observed each year on May 4th, the day commemorates...
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Melanoma Monday
United States , United StatesMelanoma Monday shines a light on skin cancer prevention. Discover its meaning, history, and ways to protect yourself and loved ones from melanoma.
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Star Wars Day 2026
InternationalStar Wars Day is a fan-driven celebration that honors the iconic Star Wars franchise and its massive cultural impact. Observed every year on May 4th, the day plays on the...
