Events & Awareness Days

What’s On: Events & Awareness Days You Won’t Want to Miss

Stay up to date with key dates, awareness days, and community events to engage with and celebrate what matters, all year round.

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Wed
7
October 2026
End Digital Poverty Day 2026
Events
October 7, 2026 1:00 AM

A day dedicated to raising awareness and action to tackle digital exclusion, ensuring everyone has the access, skills, and confidence to use the internet.

Wed
7
October 2026
STiQ Day 2026
Events
October 7, 2026 1:00 AM

A day dedicated to promoting the importance of quality assurance in the workplace and celebrating the work of quality professionals.

Wed
7
October 2026
World Financial Planning Day 2026
Events
October 7, 2026 1:00 AM

A day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of financial planning for long-term financial security.

Thu
8
October 2026
International Lesbian Day 2026
Events
October 8, 2026 1:00 AM

An awareness day celebrating lesbian history, diversity, and culture globally.

Thu
8
October 2026
World Sight Day 2026
Events
October 8, 2026 1:00 AM

An annual day of awareness held on the second Thursday of October to focus global attention on blindness and vision impairment.

Fri
9
October 2026
Baby Loss Awareness Week 2026
Events
October 9, 2026 1:00 AM

A campaign to raise awareness about baby loss, support bereaved parents, and drive improvements in care and support for those affected by pregnancy and baby loss.

Sat
10
October 2026
National Hate Crime Awareness Week 2026
Events
October 10, 2026 1:00 AM

A week dedicated to raising awareness of hate crime, encouraging reporting, and standing in solidarity with victims.

Sat
10
October 2026
World Hospice and Palliative Care Day 2026
Events
October 10, 2026 1:00 AM

A unified day of action to celebrate and support hospice and palliative care around the world.

Sat
10
October 2026
World Homeless Day 2026
Events
October 10, 2026 1:00 AM

A day to raise awareness of homelessness, its causes, and the need for support, encouraging communities to get involved in supporting the homeless in their local area.

Sat
10
October 2026
World Mental Health Day 2026
Events
October 10, 2026 1:00 AM

World Mental Health Day is an international day for global mental health education, awareness and advocacy against social stigma, observed on October 10th every year.

Sun
11
October 2026
International Day of the Girl 2026
Events
October 11, 2026 1:00 AM

A UN observance to recognize girls' rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world, promoting their empowerment and the fulfillment of their human rights.

Sun
11
October 2026
National Coming Out Day 2026
Events
October 11, 2026 1:00 AM

An annual civil awareness day for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people to celebrate coming out.

Sun
11
October 2026
OCD Awareness Week 2026
Events
October 11, 2026 1:00 AM

A week dedicated to raising awareness of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), correcting misconceptions, and promoting effective treatment.

Mon
12
October 2026
Chocolate Week 2026
Events
October 12, 2026 1:00 AM

A UK-wide celebration of fine chocolate, involving events, tastings, and promotions to showcase quality chocolate products.

Mon
12
October 2026
Dyspraxia Week 2026
Events
October 12, 2026 1:00 AM

A week dedicated to raising awareness of dyspraxia (Developmental Coordination Disorder), promoting support, and celebrating the skills of those affected.

Mon
12
October 2026
National Baking Week 2026
Events
October 12, 2026 1:00 AM

A week dedicated to promoting the joy of baking, encouraging people to get into the kitchen and bake something to share.

Mon
12
October 2026
World Arthritis Day 2026
Events
October 12, 2026 1:00 AM

A day dedicated to raising awareness of arthritis and rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases, promoting early diagnosis and treatment.

Tue
13
October 2026
International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2026
Events
October 13, 2026 1:00 AM

A UN observance to raise awareness about the importance of reducing exposure to disasters and managing the risks faced by people and communities globally.

Wed
14
October 2026
International E-Waste Day 2026
Events
October 14, 2026 1:00 AM

A global awareness day encouraging the proper disposal and recycling of electronic waste.

Thu
15
October 2026
Conflict Resolution Day 2026
Events
October 15, 2026 1:00 AM

A global observance to promote conflict resolution, mediation, and arbitration as alternatives to violence and litigation.

Thu
15
October 2026
Global Handwashing Day 2026
Events
October 15, 2026 1:00 AM

A global campaign dedicated to raising awareness of handwashing with soap as a key way to prevent diseases and save lives.

Thu
15
October 2026
Spirit Day
Events
October 15, 2026 1:00 AM

An annual observance encouraging millions of people to wear purple to show support for LGBTQ youth and take a stand against bullying.

Fri
16
October 2026
Wear Red Day for Anti-Racism 2026
Events
October 16, 2026 1:00 AM

A national day encouraging people to wear red and donate to Show Racism the Red Card, an anti-racism education charity.

Fri
16
October 2026
World Food Day 2026
Events
October 16, 2026 1:00 AM

A day celebrated worldwide to commemorate the founding of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, focusing on global food security and tackling hunger.

Sat
17
October 2026
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty 2026
Events
October 17, 2026 1:00 AM

A UN observance dedicated to raising awareness about the need to eradicate poverty and destitution in all countries, emphasizing the dignity of people living in poverty.