What’s On? Events & Awareness Days You Won’t Want to Miss
Stay up to date with key dates, awareness days, and community events
A day raising awareness of the importance of school governors in ensuring effective school leadership and management.
An informal day to choose and use a fun or different name for one day.
A global initiative encouraging people to give a book to a child to promote literacy and reading.
A celebration of love and romance, traditionally observed by exchanging cards, flowers, and gifts.
A week focused on mental and emotional resilience, encouraging dialogue and providing resources for improving psychological health.
The first day of the New Year in the Chinese calendar, marked by celebrations, family gatherings, and traditional customs.
An informal day celebrating the almond, highlighting its versatility and health benefits.
Also known as Shrove Tuesday, the traditional feast day before the start of Lent.
Random Act of Kindness Day is about spreading kindness and the belief that all people can connect through small, selfless acts.
The holiest month in the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. (Note: Dates are estimates based on expected moon sighting).
A day honouring the birthday of Hans Asperger, recognizing the contributions of individuals with Asperger's Syndrome.
A global celebration of children and young people with care experience, raising awareness of their lives, strength, and achievements.
An informal day encouraging pet owners to show extra love and appreciation for their animal companions.
A celebration of real bread (made without additives), encouraging people to buy from local bakers or bake their own.
A United Nations observance to promote efforts to tackle issues such as poverty, exclusion, gender equity, and access to social well-being and justice for all.
An observance following Valentine's Day to celebrate and educate about the aromantic spectrum, which includes people who experience little or no romantic attraction.
A campaign by the World Cancer Research Fund promoting awareness of the link between diet, weight, physical activity, and cancer risk.
A week of events across Scotland to raise awareness of cyber resilience and digital security for individuals, businesses, and the public sector.
A day dedicated to raising awareness of encephalitis (brain inflammation), promoting early diagnosis and support.
A day of international friendship for Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, dedicated to raising awareness and funds for their movements globally.
An annual campaign to educate the public about the realities of eating disorders, challenge misconceptions, and encourage those affected to seek help.
A two-week campaign promoting Fair Trade, encouraging people to choose products that support better prices, working conditions, and sustainable production.
A day dedicated to promoting emotional well-being and reducing the stigma associated with discussing emotional health issues.
An informal day encouraging people to celebrate and share traditional fairy tales.
An informal day celebrating the art of essay writing and encouraging critical thought and expression.