National days, ongoing national weeks and months, and global observances for October 14, 2026. Plus historical events and birthdays.

October 14, 2026 celebrates National Dessert Day, plus 7 more.
Read the full story →National Stop Bullying Day on the second Wednesday in October brings together students, faculty, and parents to end bullying. This annual awareness day promotes standing up against and put an end to bullying.
Read the full story →National Take Your Parents to Lunch Day on the second Wednesday in October encourages students to invite their parents or guardians to lunch. All eyes are on parents and guardians to visit their children’s school during lunch and share a meal with them in the school cafeteria.
Read the full story →National Curves Day on the second Wednesday in October recognizes plus-sized women and men all across the country. The celebration is an opportunity to indulge in curvy fashion and build confidence. No matter your style, embrace the day and your curves with confidence and explore designs that fit you!
Read the full story →Falling on the second full week in October, National Fossil Day promotes the scientific and educational value fossils present to us every day. Not only that, they're just cool!
Read the full story →Longer-running observances that include this date.
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