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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Mon
21
September 2026
International Week of the Deaf 2026
Events
September 21, 2026 1:00 AM

A week promoting Deaf culture and human rights, culminating in the International Day of Sign Languages.

Mon
21
September 2026
International Week of Happiness at Work 2026
Events
September 21, 2026 1:00 AM

A week dedicated to putting happiness at the top of the agenda in the workplace, celebrating employee well-being and positive culture.

Mon
21
September 2026
National Eye Health Week 2026
Events
September 21, 2026 1:00 AM

A UK campaign to promote the importance of eye health and the need for regular eye tests.

Mon
21
September 2026
Recycle Week 2026
Events
September 21, 2026 1:00 AM

A national campaign encouraging the public to recycle more and highlighting the importance of correct recycling practices.

Mon
21
September 2026
World Alzheimer's Day 2026
Events
September 21, 2026 1:00 AM

A day to raise awareness of Alzheimer's disease and dementia, focusing on stigma and the need for support.

Tue
22
September 2026
World Car Free Day 2026
Events
September 22, 2026 1:00 AM

A global event encouraging people to give up their cars for a day, highlighting the benefits of walking, cycling, and public transport.

Wed
23
September 2026
Autumnal Equinox
Events
September 23, 2026 1:00 AM

The date marking the start of autumn, when the centre of the sun passes directly over the Equator and day and night are of nearly equal length.

Wed
23
September 2026
Celebrate Bisexuality Day 2026
Events
September 23, 2026 1:00 AM

An awareness day celebrating the bisexual community, recognizing and celebrating bisexual people, their history, and culture.

Wed
23
September 2026
International Day of Sign Languages 2026
Events
September 23, 2026 1:00 AM

A UN observance to raise awareness of sign languages and strengthen the status of sign languages for the deaf community globally.

Wed
23
September 2026
National Fitness Day 2026
Events
September 23, 2026 1:00 AM

A UK campaign encouraging people to celebrate the fun of fitness and promote physical activity.

Thu
24
September 2026
Reclaim Social Day 2026
Events
September 24, 2026 1:00 AM

A day encouraging people to use social media for positivity, kindness, and to amplify good causes, rather than for negativity or trolling.

Fri
25
September 2026
World's Biggest Coffee Morning 2026
Events
September 25, 2026 1:00 AM

Macmillan Cancer Support’s largest annual fundraising event, encouraging people to host a coffee morning to raise money for people living with cancer.

Sat
26
September 2026
European Day of Languages 2026
Events
September 26, 2026 1:00 AM

A celebration of linguistic diversity across Europe, encouraging language learning and intercultural understanding.

Sun
27
September 2026
World Rivers Day 2026
Events
September 27, 2026 1:00 AM

A global celebration of the world’s waterways, aiming to raise awareness of their importance and promote better stewardship.

Tue
29
September 2026
International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste 2026
Events
September 29, 2026 1:00 AM

A UN observance to raise awareness of the importance of the issue and promote global efforts toward reducing food loss and waste.

Wed
30
September 2026
National Sporting Heritage Day 2026
Events
September 30, 2026 1:00 AM

A day dedicated to celebrating and raising awareness of the rich sporting heritage of the UK.

Thu
1
October 2026
ADHD Awareness Month 2026
Events
October 1, 2026 1:00 AM

A month dedicated to educating the public about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and promoting understanding and support for those affected.

Thu
1
October 2026
Black History Month 2026
Events
October 1, 2026 1:00 AM

An annual observance that celebrates the history, achievements, and contributions of Black people in the UK and globally, promoting understanding of Black history.

Thu
1
October 2026
Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2026
Events
October 1, 2026 1:00 AM

An annual international health campaign dedicated to increasing awareness of breast cancer, promoting early detection, and raising funds for research.

Thu
1
October 2026
Dwarfism Awareness Month 2026
Events
October 1, 2026 1:00 AM

A month dedicated to raising positive awareness of dwarfism and promoting the acceptance and inclusion of people with dwarfism.

Thu
1
October 2026
Dyslexia Awareness Month 2026
Events
October 1, 2026 1:00 AM

A month dedicated to raising awareness of dyslexia as a neurodiversity, celebrating the strengths it brings, and promoting appropriate support.

Thu
1
October 2026
Go Sober October 2026
Events
October 1, 2026 1:00 AM

A fundraising campaign where participants go alcohol-free for the month of October to raise money for charity, such as Macmillan Cancer Support.

Thu
1
October 2026
International Day of Older Persons 2026
Events
October 1, 2026 1:00 AM

A United Nations designated day to raise awareness about issues affecting the elderly, such as senescence and elder abuse, and to appreciate the contributions older people make to society.

Thu
1
October 2026
International Walk to School Month 2026
Events
October 1, 2026 1:00 AM

A campaign to encourage children, families, and teachers to walk to school, promoting health, environment, and road safety.

Thu
1
October 2026
National Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026
Events
October 1, 2026 1:00 AM

A month dedicated to raising awareness of the importance of cybersecurity and promoting safe online practices for all.