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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Sun
17
May 2026
Learning at Work Week 2026
Events
May 17, 2026 1:00 AM

An annual campaign to promote the value of learning and development in the workplace, encouraging employees to try new things and engage with their professional growth.

Sun
17
May 2026
National Children's Day UK 2026
Events
May 17, 2026 1:00 AM

A day to celebrate children's rights and freedom, and raise awareness of the importance of promoting the well-being of the younger generation.

Sun
17
May 2026
National Smile Month 2026
Events
May 17, 2026 1:00 AM

A campaign to promote the benefits of good oral health and highlight three key messages: brush well, cut down on sugar, and visit your dentist regularly.

Sun
17
May 2026
National Vegetarian Week 2026
Events
May 17, 2026 1:00 AM

A campaign to celebrate vegetarianism and encourage people to try a meat-free diet.

Sun
17
May 2026
Sun Awareness Week 2026
Events
May 17, 2026 1:00 AM

A campaign to raise awareness of skin cancer and promote sun safety.

Sun
17
May 2026
Walk To School Week 2026
Events
May 17, 2026 1:00 AM

A campaign encouraging children to walk to school, promoting health and reducing traffic congestion.

Mon
18
May 2026
Agender Pride Day 2026
Events
May 18, 2026 1:00 AM

A day to celebrate and raise visibility for individuals who identify as agender (lacking a gender identity or being genderless).

Mon
18
May 2026
Dementia Action Week 2026
Events
May 18, 2026 1:00 AM

An annual campaign run by the Alzheimer's Society to encourage people to take action to improve the lives of people living with dementia.

Mon
18
May 2026
International Museums Day 2026
Events
May 18, 2026 1:00 AM

A day coordinated by the International Council of Museums (ICOM) to raise awareness of the important role museums play in society.

Mon
18
May 2026
The Big Listen 2026
Events
May 18, 2026 1:00 AM

A campaign dedicated to promoting active listening and open dialogue about mental health, encouraging people to connect and support each other.

Wed
20
May 2026
International Human Resources Day 2026
Events
May 20, 2026 1:00 AM

A day dedicated to celebrating and recognizing the invaluable contribution of HR professionals in creating productive, engaged, and ethical workplaces.

Wed
20
May 2026
World Bee Day 2026
Events
May 20, 2026 1:00 AM

A UN observance to raise awareness of the importance of pollinators, the threats they face, and their contribution to sustainable development and global food security.

Thu
21
May 2026
Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2026
Events
May 21, 2026 1:00 AM

An annual event focusing on digital access and inclusion for people with disabilities and impairments, encouraging the creation of accessible technology.

Thu
21
May 2026
World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development 2026
Events
May 21, 2026 1:00 AM

A UN observance to celebrate the richness of the world's cultures and the essential role of intercultural dialogue for achieving peace and sustainable development.

Thu
21
May 2026
World Meditation Day 2026
Events
May 21, 2026 1:00 AM

A day dedicated to promoting the practice of meditation and mindfulness for improved mental and physical health.

Fri
22
May 2026
International Day for Biological Diversity 2026
Events
May 22, 2026 1:00 AM

A UN observance to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues, focusing on the protection and sustainable use of the world's natural resources.

Sun
24
May 2026
Pansexual Visibility Day 2026
Events
May 24, 2026 1:00 AM

A day to celebrate and raise visibility for the pansexual community, defined by attraction to people regardless of their gender.

Mon
25
May 2026
Bike Week 2026
Events
May 25, 2026 1:00 AM

A week-long celebration of cycling by Cycling UK, encouraging people to ditch their cars and enjoy riding their bikes for fun, travel, or fitness.

Mon
25
May 2026
National Wine Day 2026
Events
May 25, 2026 1:00 AM

An informal day celebrating the enjoyment of wine.

Mon
25
May 2026
Spring bank holiday 2026
Events
May 25, 2026 1:00 AM

A public holiday in the UK, observed on the last Monday of May.

Tue
26
May 2026
Eid al-Adha 2026
Events
May 26, 2026 1:00 AM

The 'Festival of Sacrifice', one of the two major Islamic holidays, commemorating the Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son, and marked by prayers, feasting, and charity.

Thu
28
May 2026
International Day of Action for Women's Health 2026
Events
May 28, 2026 1:00 AM

A day dedicated to raising awareness and advocating for women's sexual and reproductive health and rights, promoting women's autonomy and well-being.

Thu
28
May 2026
World Hunger Day 2026
Events
May 28, 2026 1:00 AM

A day dedicated to raising awareness of global hunger and poverty, promoting sustainable solutions to end them.

Fri
29
May 2026
International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers 2026
Events
May 29, 2026 1:00 AM

A UN observance to honour the professionalism, dedication, and courage of all men and women serving in peacekeeping operations and to commemorate those who have lost their lives.

Fri
29
May 2026
National Biscuit Day 2026
Events
May 29, 2026 1:00 AM

An informal day celebrating the biscuit, encouraging people to enjoy their favourite variety.