Monthly events in October 2024
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Dive into over 2,400 observances, national days and more using our categories.Food
Food is one of our most basic needs, so it makes sense to single out certain days to honor our favorite foods and celebrate the variety of food and flavors that enriches all our lives.
Alcohol
Why not raise a glass and toast the special days and observances that highlight the bewildering array of drinks that all our cultures have developed.
Culture
Some observances and holidays celebrate important cultural events. In fact, some observances become cultural events in their own right.
Diversity
Observances and National Days are a powerful way to highlight Diversity issues and give a voice to different groups.
Health
We all need reminders from time to time to look after ourselves a bit more, and these observances focus on just that.
Family
There are a lot of holidays that focus on bring us together as larger groups, but these observances are more personal - they celebrate our families and relationships.