October 2027: holidays, special days and observances

Friday, October 1, 2027

October 1, 2027 is International Coffee Day. It is also International Day of Older Persons and World Vegetarian Day. And a fun one: World Smile Day.

• International Coffee Day Worldwide

  A cup of coffee is remembered for forty years, as the Turkish saying goes. Who are you treating today?

• International Day of Older Persons Worldwide

  A day for our elders. The perfect time to give them a call.

• World Vegetarian Day Fun day

  How about a meat-free meal today?

• World Smile Day Fun day

  Smiles are contagious. Pass one on today 🙂

Around the world

• Independence Day — Nigeria, Palau, Tuvalu
• National Day — China, Hong Kong
• Cerimonia di investitura dei Capitani Reggenti — San Marino
• 2 more days around the world in the app →

Saturday, October 2, 2027

October 2, 2027 is Rosh Hashanah (Jewish New Year) in the United States. It is also International Day of Non-Violence. And a fun one: Name Your Car Day.

• Rosh Hashanah (Jewish New Year) United States

  Apples and honey for a sweet new year.

• International Day of Non-Violence Worldwide

  Gandhi's birthday. Honouring the power of non-violence.

• Name Your Car Day Fun day

  Time to give your four-wheeled friend a cute name!

Around the world

• Grandparents' Day (Italy) — Italy. Italy celebrates its nonne and nonni.
• Gandhi Jayanti — India
• Independence Day — Guinea
• 2 more days around the world in the app →

Sunday, October 3, 2027

October 3, 2027 is Boyfriend Day.

• Boyfriend Day Fun day

  How about a little surprise for your boyfriend today?

Around the world

• Grandparents Day — United Kingdom. Don't forget to call your grandparents today.
• Clocks go forward (summer time) — Australia. Clocks go forward one hour: one hour less sleep tonight!
• German Unity Day — Germany
• 6 more days around the world in the app →

Monday, October 4, 2027

October 4, 2027 is National Taco Day in the United States. It is also World Habitat Day, World Architecture Day and World Space Week (Oct 4–10). And a fun one: Taco Day.

• National Taco Day United StatesFun day

  Tacos are on the menu today!

• World Habitat Day Worldwide

  Everyone should have a safe home.

• World Architecture Day Worldwide

  A day for the architects who design our homes and streets.

• World Space Week (Oct 4–10) Worldwide

  A week to look up. Count the stars tonight!

• Taco Day Fun day

  Crunchy or soft, enjoy a taco piled high with fillings.

Around the world

• St Francis of Assisi Day — Italy. Italy's patron saint, friend of animals and nature.
• Independence Day — Lesotho
• Cinnamon Bun Day — Sweden. A kanelbulle and a coffee: the perfect Swedish fika!
• 2 more days around the world in the app →

Tuesday, October 5, 2027

October 5, 2027 is World Teachers' Day. And a fun one: Do Something Nice Day.

• World Teachers' Day Worldwide

  Teachers' day around the world. In Türkiye it's celebrated on 24 November.

• Do Something Nice Day Fun day

  Do a small kindness for a friend or a stranger.

Around the world

• Implantação da República — Portugal
• Constitution Day — Vanuatu

Wednesday, October 6, 2027

October 6, 2027 is German-American Day in the United States. And a fun one: Noodle Day.

• German-American Day United States

  Celebrating the contributions of German Americans.

• Noodle Day Fun day

  Slurp a warm bowl of noodles today.

Around the world

• Armed Forces Day — Egypt
• Memorial Day for the Martyrs of Arad — Hungary

Thursday, October 7, 2027

October 7, 2027 is World Cotton Day. And a fun one: Frappé Day.

• World Cotton Day Worldwide

  From your T-shirt to your towel, a day for cotton and the farmers who grow it.

• Frappé Day Fun day

  Cool down with an icy, frothy frappé.

Friday, October 8, 2027

October 8, 2027 is World Egg Day. And a fun one: Fluffernutter Day.

• World Egg Day Fun day

  Scrambled, boiled or fried? Today the debate is open.

• Fluffernutter Day Fun day

  Peanut butter and marshmallow creme: a sweet sandwich!

Around the world

• Durga Puja — Bangladesh
• Battle of Angamos — Peru
• Double Ninth Festival — Taiwan

Saturday, October 9, 2027

October 9, 2027 is Leif Erikson Day in the United States. It is also World Migratory Bird Day and World Post Day.

• Leif Erikson Day United States

  Remembering the Viking explorer among the first Europeans in America.

• World Migratory Bird Day Worldwide

  The birds are heading south. Safe travels!

• World Post Day Worldwide

  When did you last write someone a letter or a postcard?

Around the world

• Valencian Community Day — Spain. Sweethearts exchange marzipan treats (the mocadorà).
• Independence Day — Uganda
• Translator's Day — Armenia
• 1 more day around the world in the app →

Sunday, October 10, 2027

October 10, 2027 is World Mental Health Day. And a fun one: Cake Decorating Day.

• World Mental Health Day Worldwide

  Mental health matters as much as physical health. Be kind to yourself today.

• Cake Decorating Day Fun day

  Grab icing, sprinkles and imagination and decorate a cake.

Around the world

• Fiji Day — Fiji
• Independence Day — Cuba
• National Day — Taiwan. Its international status is disputed.
• 3 more days around the world in the app →

Monday, October 11, 2027

October 11, 2027 is Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day in the United States. It is also Yom Kippur and International Day of the Girl Child. And a fun one: Southern Food Heritage Day.

• Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day United States

  Americans mark Columbus and the heritage of Indigenous peoples.

• Yom Kippur United States

  The holiest day of the Jewish year: fasting and atonement.

• International Day of the Girl Child Worldwide

  Every girl has the right to go to school, to dream and to choose.

• Southern Food Heritage Day Fun day

  Celebrating the warm, hearty food traditions of the American South.

Around the world

• Thanksgiving (Canada) — Canada. Canadians give thanks for the harvest with turkey and pumpkin pie.
• Sports Day — Japan
• Columbus Day — Chile, Puerto Rico, Uruguay
• 4 more days around the world in the app →

Tuesday, October 12, 2027

October 12, 2027 is World Arthritis Day. And a fun one: Gumbo Day.

• World Arthritis Day Worldwide

  If joint pain and morning stiffness don't go away, see a rheumatologist. Arthritis can strike at any age.

• Gumbo Day Fun day

  A day to taste Louisiana's spicy, hearty stew.

Around the world

• National Day — Spain
• Children's Day (Brazil) — Brazil. Brazilian children are spoiled with gifts.
• Our Lady of Aparecida — Brazil
• 5 more days around the world in the app →

Wednesday, October 13, 2027

October 13, 2027 is International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction.

• International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction Worldwide

  Pack an emergency kit and know your assembly point. Preparation saves lives.

Around the world

• Rwagasore Day — Burundi
• King Bhumibol Adulyadej Memorial Day — Thailand

Thursday, October 14, 2027

October 14, 2027 is World Sight Day. It is also World Standards Day. And a fun one: Dessert Day.

• World Sight Day Worldwide

  Love your eyes: an eye test once a year and regular screen breaks.

• World Standards Day Worldwide

  From plugs to screws, a day for the shared standards that make life easier.

• Dessert Day Fun day

  There's always room for dessert!

Around the world

• Svetitskhovloba — Georgia
• Nyerere Day — Tanzania

Friday, October 15, 2027

October 15, 2027 is Global Handwashing Day. It is also International Day of Rural Women. And a fun one: Mushroom Day.

• Global Handwashing Day Worldwide

  Soap and water, the cheapest medicine. Wash your hands for 20 seconds.

• International Day of Rural Women Worldwide

  In fields, gardens and barns: a day for the rural women who feed our tables.

• Mushroom Day Fun day

  Sauté, soup or pizza: cook something with mushrooms.

Around the world

• Teachers' Day (Brazil) — Brazil. Brazil thanks its teachers.
• Aunty Tek Spice Word Festival — Grenada
• Mother's Day — Malawi

Saturday, October 16, 2027

October 16, 2027 is Boss's Day in the United States. It is also World Bread Day and World Food Day. And a fun one: Dictionary Day.

• Boss's Day United StatesFun day

  If you have a great boss, today's the day to say thanks.

• World Bread Day Worldwide

  Nothing beats the smell of fresh bread. Don't waste it; stale bread has its uses too.

• World Food Day Worldwide

  Finish your plate, reduce waste. Millions still go to bed hungry.

• Dictionary Day Fun day

  Open a page at random and learn a new word.

Sunday, October 17, 2027

October 17, 2027 is International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. And a fun one: Pasta Day.

• International Day for the Eradication of Poverty Worldwide

  A day of solidarity for a world without poverty.

• Pasta Day Fun day

  Spaghetti, penne or fusilli: pick your plate!

Around the world

• Anniversary of the death of Dessalines — Haiti

Monday, October 18, 2027

October 18, 2027 is Chocolate Cupcake Day.

• Chocolate Cupcake Day Fun day

  A little frosted chocolate cupcake hits the spot.

Around the world

• Independence Restoration Day (Azerbaijan) — Azerbaijan. Celebrating Azerbaijan's restored independence in 1991.
• Columbus Day — Colombia
• National Heroes Day — Jamaica
• 1 more day around the world in the app →

Tuesday, October 19, 2027

October 19, 2027 is Evaluate Your Life Day.

• Evaluate Your Life Day Fun day

  Where have you come from, where are you heading? Take a moment for yourself.

Around the world

• Mother Teresa Day — Albania
• National Day of Remembrance for Steadfast Clergy — Poland

Wednesday, October 20, 2027

October 20, 2027 is World Osteoporosis Day.

• World Osteoporosis Day Worldwide

  Calcium, vitamin D and exercise for strong bones. Osteoporosis progresses silently.

Around the world

• Revolution Day — Guatemala
• Mashujaa Day — Kenya
• Vietnamese Women's Day — Vietnam

Thursday, October 21, 2027

October 21, 2027 is Apple Day.

• Apple Day Fun day

  Harvest time: celebrate the many varieties of apple!

Around the world

• Trafalgar Day — United Kingdom. Remembering the 1805 Battle of Trafalgar and Admiral Nelson.
• Ndadaye Day — Burundi
• Armed forces Day — Honduras
• 2 more days around the world in the app →

Friday, October 22, 2027

October 22, 2027 is Nut Day.

• Nut Day Fun day

  Hazelnuts, almonds, walnuts: grab a handful for energy.

Saturday, October 23, 2027

October 23, 2027 is International Day of the Snow Leopard. And a fun one: Boston Cream Pie Day.

• International Day of the Snow Leopard Worldwide

  A day to protect the snow leopard, the ghost of the mountains.

• Boston Cream Pie Day Fun day

  Try this classic cream-filled, chocolate-glazed dessert.

Around the world

• 1956 Revolution Memorial Day — Hungary
• First Day of Winter — Iceland
• Liberation Day — Libya
• 2 more days around the world in the app →

Sunday, October 24, 2027

October 24, 2027 is United Nations Day. It is also World Development Information Day, Global Media and Information Literacy Week (Oct 24–31) and Disarmament Week (Oct 24–30).

• United Nations Day Worldwide

  The UN Charter came into force on this day in 1945.

• World Development Information Day Worldwide

  Highlighting the power of information in solving development problems.

• Global Media and Information Literacy Week (Oct 24–31) Worldwide

  Before you share, ask: is this true, and where does it come from?

• Disarmament Week (Oct 24–30) Worldwide

  An awareness week for fewer weapons and more peace.

Around the world

• Independence Day — Zambia

Monday, October 25, 2027

October 25, 2027 is World Pasta Day. And a fun one: Greasy Foods Day.

• World Pasta Day Fun day

  Pasta is the star of the kitchen today. Tomato or cream?

• Greasy Foods Day Fun day

  Treat yourself: fries and burgers are in order today!

Around the world

• October Bank Holiday (Ireland) — Ireland. A long weekend around Halloween.
• Labour Day — New Zealand
• Basque Country Day — Spain. Celebrating the Basque Country's autonomy.
• 5 more days around the world in the app →

Tuesday, October 26, 2027

October 26, 2027 is Pumpkin Day.

• Pumpkin Day Fun day

  Carve it, cook it or just use it as decoration.

Around the world

• National Day — Austria

Wednesday, October 27, 2027

October 27, 2027 is World Day for Audiovisual Heritage.

• World Day for Audiovisual Heritage Worldwide

  Old films, records, tapes: a day for protecting our audiovisual heritage.

Around the world

• Independence Day — Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

Thursday, October 28, 2027

October 28, 2027 is Chocolate Day.

• Chocolate Day Fun day

  A square of chocolate brightens any day.

Around the world

• Deepavali — Public holiday in 4 countries: Malaysia, Singapore, Suriname and 1 more
• Ohi Day — Greece
• Independent Czechoslovak State Day — Czechia

Friday, October 29, 2027

October 29, 2027 is Diwali in the United States. It is also World Psoriasis Day, World Stroke Day and International Day of Care and Support. And a fun one: Cat Day.

• Diwali United States

  The festival of lights: lamps, sweets and fireworks.

• World Psoriasis Day Worldwide

  Psoriasis isn't contagious. A day of understanding and support for those living with it.

• World Stroke Day Worldwide

  Face drooping, arm weakness, speech trouble: call emergency services at once. Every minute counts.

• International Day of Care and Support Worldwide

  Thanks for the unseen work of everyone caring for children, elders and the sick.

• Cat Day Fun day

  Cuddle your feline friends and give them a special treat.

Around the world

• Republic Day — TRNC (Northern Cyprus), Türkiye
• Jour de l'Unité — Vanuatu

Saturday, October 30, 2027

October 30, 2027 is Candy Corn Day.

• Candy Corn Day Fun day

  Halloween's tricolour candy takes the stage.

Around the world

• World Savings Day (Germany) — Germany. Children take their piggy banks to the bank: small savings grow.

Sunday, October 31, 2027

October 31, 2027 is Halloween in the United States. It is also World Cities Day.

• Halloween United StatesFun day

  Get your costume ready and put sweets by the door. Pumpkins take the stage!

• World Cities Day Worldwide

  What's your favourite corner of your city?

Around the world

• Clocks go back (winter time) — 14 countries: United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany and 11 more
• Reformation Day — Germany, Chile, Slovenia
• Flag Day — Ecuador