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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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.

Fri
29
May 2026
World Digestive Health Day 2026
Events
May 29, 2026 1:00 AM

A day dedicated to raising awareness of digestive diseases and promoting good digestive health.

Sat
30
May 2026
World MS day 2026
Events
May 30, 2026 1:00 AM

An international day to raise awareness about multiple sclerosis (MS) and bring the global MS community together to share stories and campaign for change.

Sun
31
May 2026
World No Tobacco Day 2026
Events
May 31, 2026 1:00 AM

An annual initiative by the WHO to raise awareness of the dangers of tobacco use and exposure to second-hand smoke, and to advocate for effective policies to reduce tobacco consumption.

Mon
1
June 2026
Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Month 2026
Events
June 1, 2026 1:00 AM

A month dedicated to celebrating the cultures and contributions of Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller communities, challenging prejudice and promoting inclusion.

Mon
1
June 2026
Let June Bloom 2026
Events
June 1, 2026 1:00 AM

A campaign encouraging people to plant and maintain flowers during June to support wildlife and enhance green spaces.

Mon
1
June 2026
LGBT+ Pride Month
Events
June 1, 2026 1:00 AM

A month dedicated to celebrating LGBTQ+ communities globally, commemorating the Stonewall Riots, and promoting visibility, dignity, and equal rights.

Mon
1
June 2026
Pride Month 2026
Events
June 1, 2026 1:00 AM

A month dedicated to celebrating LGBTQ+ communities globally, commemorating the Stonewall Riots, and promoting visibility, dignity, and equal rights.

Mon
1
June 2026
Volunteers Week 2026
Events
June 1, 2026 1:00 AM

An annual celebration in the UK to recognise the incredible contributions of volunteers to charities, communities, and society.

Mon
1
June 2026
World Reef Awareness Day 2026
Events
June 1, 2026 1:00 AM

A day dedicated to educating the public about the threats to the world's coral reefs and promoting conservation efforts.

Wed
3
June 2026
Dyscalculia Awareness Day 2026
Events
June 3, 2026 1:00 AM

A day dedicated to raising awareness and understanding of dyscalculia, a specific learning difficulty in mathematics.

Thu
4
June 2026
Hug Your Cat Day 2026
Events
June 4, 2026 1:00 AM

An informal day encouraging cat owners to show extra appreciation for their feline friends.

Thu
4
June 2026
International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression 2026
Events
June 4, 2026 1:00 AM

A UN observance to acknowledge the pain suffered by child victims of physical, mental, and emotional abuse, affirming the UN's commitment to protecting children's rights.

Fri
5
June 2026
World Environment Day 2026
Events
June 5, 2026 1:00 AM

The United Nations' principal vehicle for encouraging worldwide awareness and action for the protection of our environment, focusing on a global theme each year.

Sat
6
June 2026
D-Day 2026
Events
June 6, 2026 1:00 AM

An observance commemorating the Normandy landings of 1944, marking the beginning of the end of World War II.

Sun
7
June 2026
National Cancer Survivors Day 2026
Events
June 7, 2026 1:00 AM

A celebration of life for those who have survived cancer, and an inspiration for those recently diagnosed.