What's Happening in October 2026

October is Black History Month

1st October - World Vegetarian Day

1st October - National Poetry Day

4th October - World Dyslexia Awareness Day

4th October - World Animal Day

4th October - Grandparents Day

4th - 10th October - World Space Week

5th October - World Smile Day

5th October - World Teachers Day

8th October - Harry Potter Book Day

10th October - World Mental Health Day

10th October - World Homeless Day

11th October - National Coming Out Day

15th October - Global Handwashing Day

15th October - 15th November, Rugby League World Cup

17th October - World Singing Day

25th October - British Summertime Ends

29th October - International Internet Day

31st October - Halloween