National HSA Awareness Day
National HSA Awareness Day is observed annually on October 15. It’s a day created to help people better understand Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)—how they work, how to use them, and why…
National Baking Week
National Baking Week is observed October 14–20 in the United Kingdom each year. It’s a week devoted to celebrating baking in all its forms—encouraging people of every skill level to…
National Grouch Day
National Grouch Day is observed each year on October 15. It’s a playful holiday that gives everyone a little permission to grumble, complain, and embrace their grouchy side—without judgment, just…
National Chicken Cacciatore Day
National Chicken Cacciatore Day is observed every October 15. It’s a culinary celebration of a classic Italian dish—chicken cooked “cacciatore” style, meaning in the style of the hunter, with rich…
My Mom Is a Student Day
My Mom Is a Student Day is observed annually on October 15. It’s a heartfelt occasion that honors mothers who are juggling the dual responsibilities of parenting and pursuing an…
Global Handwashing Day
Global Handwashing Day is observed annually on October 15. It is a global advocacy day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of handwashing with soap as a simple, affordable,…
National Face Your Fears Day
National Face Your Fears Day is observed on the second Tuesday in October each year. It’s a day that invites us to recognize, confront, and move beyond the fears that…
Be Bald and Be Free Day
Be Bald and Be Free Day is observed every October 14. It’s a day to celebrate the beauty, boldness, and freedom of a bare scalp—whether someone is bald by choice,…
Sherlock Holmes Weekend
Sherlock Holmes Weekend is an annual immersive event held in October, typically during the fourth weekend of the month. It celebrates Arthur Conan Doyle’s legendary detective by inviting fans to…
Ada Lovelace Day
Ada Lovelace Day (often abbreviated ALD) is observed every year on the second Tuesday of October. It’s a day dedicated to celebrating the achievements of women in STEM (science, technology, engineering,…