Thursday
October 22, 2026
14 holidays and observances fall on this day.
International Stuttering Awareness Day
International Stuttering Awareness Day raises awareness of stuttering, supports those who stutter and promotes inclusive communication.
International Infection Prevention Week
International Infection Prevention Week raises awareness about stopping infections. Learn its history, importance, and ways to celebrate in October.
National Nut Day
National Nut Day (October 22) celebrates the health, flavour and global story of nuts—encouraging smarter snacking and food appreciation.
Filipino American History Month
Filipino American History Month in October celebrates the history, contributions, and stories of Filipino Americans—from first arrivals to modern day leaders.
National Make a Dog’s Day
National Make a Dog’s Day is all about showing extra love to your dog and supporting shelter dogs still waiting for a home.
Clean Up the Earth Day
Clean Up the Earth Day invites everyone to take action - clean a space, collect litter, and build lasting habits toward a cleaner, healthier environment.
Eat a Pretzel Day
Eat a Pretzel Day on October 22 is a fun excuse to enjoy a salty snack and appreciate the simple pleasure of pretzels.
National Knee Day
National Knee Day celebrates the joint that keeps us moving—our knees—and encourages reflection on mobility, and everyday movement.
Wombat Day
Wombat Day celebrates the unique marsupial wombat and invites us to learn about, appreciate and protect these fascinating animals.
National Scar Appreciation Day
National Scar Appreciation Day on October 22 honours scars as symbols of resilience, healing and shared human experience.
National Color Day
National Color Day celebrates the power of color in our lives, encouraging creativity, mindfulness, and a fresh look at the world around us.
Smart is Cool Day
Smart is Cool Day on October 22 celebrates intelligence and encourages pride in learning and curiosity.
National Kristopher NaJee Roebuck Day
This Day honors the life of Kristopher NaJee Roebuck and raises awareness to prevent gun violence through community action.
Seed Gathering Season
Seed Gathering Season starts September 23, a month to collect seeds from trees and plants for conservation. Learn history, importance, and how to join.
Already under way
Weeks and months that began earlier and are still running today.
National Health Education Week
National Health Education Week is held during the third full week of October, promoting health education, public awareness, and community engagement in wellness.
National Healthcare Quality Week
National Healthcare Quality Week highlights the work of healthcare quality professionals and promotes excellence in patient care and safety improvement.
National Retirement Security Week
National Retirement Security Week encourages individuals and organizations to prioritize retirement planning, boost savings, and increase awareness of retirement readiness.
Pharmacy Week
Pharmacy Week celebrates the contributions of pharmacists and pharmacy teams while promoting safe medication use, public health, and pharmacy services.
National Veterinary Technician Week
National Veterinary Technician Week (third week of October) celebrates the essential role of vet techs in animal care, recognizing their skills, compassion, and dedication to veterinary healthcare.
National Wolf Awareness Week
National Wolf Awareness Week celebrates wolves, raises awareness of their ecological role and threats, and promotes conservation, education, and coexistence efforts.
National Temperature Check Week
National Temperature Check Week encourages regular body temperature monitoring, awareness of health changes, and preventative self‑care practices.
Coming up next
International Snow Leopard Day
International Snow Leopard Day, celebrated annually on October 23rd, is a significant day dedicated to the elusive and majestic snow leopard.
Global Champagne Day
Global Champagne Day on the fourth Friday of October celebrates the craft and joy of Champagne.
International Swallows Depart from San Juan Capistrano Day
International Swallows Depart from San Juan Capistrano Day celebrates the swallows’ stunning migration and the natural rhythms they follow.
Event Organizers Day
Celebrate Event Organizers Day on by acknowledging the professionals who craft and coordinate the experiences we often take for granted.
International Infection Prevention Week
International Infection Prevention Week raises awareness about stopping infections. Learn its history, importance, and ways to celebrate in October.
Slap Your Annoying Coworker Day
Celebrate Slap Your Annoying Coworker Day with laughter and camaraderie. Recognise small annoyances, strengthen bonds, keep it respectful.
National Paralegal Day
Celebrate National Paralegal Day on October 23 by honouring the essential work of paralegals and supporting the backbone of legal teams.
National Mole Day
Celebrate National Mole Day on October 23 (6:02 a.m.–6:02 p.m.) by discovering the mole concept and exploring fun chemistry activities.