13 National Days to Celebrate on October 15, 2026

National Shawarma Day

National Shawarma Day on October 15th celebrates the Middle Eastern rotisserie method of cooking meats such as lamb, chicken, and beef and the dishes it makes. Not only does shawarma bring mouth-watering flavor, but it also can be enjoyed in a variety of ways.

Get To Know Your Customers Day

Get to Know Your Customers Day reminds businesses to reach out to patrons and get to know them better. The day is observed annually on the third Thursday of each quarter (January, April, July, October).

National Cheese Curd Day

On October 15, National Cheese Curd Day celebrates the velvety goodness of cheese curds. This delicious food holiday allows us to indulge in the unique, funky, snackable little pieces of yellow or white Wisconsin cheddar cheese. Did we mention they are also deep fried?

National I Love Lucy Day

National Fossil Day™

National Pregnancy And Infant Loss Remembrance Day

National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day on October 15th provides a day to honor and remember the lives of babies lost to miscarriage, stillbirth, SIDS, and other causes. Today, we are offering a compassionate space for parents, families, and friends to share their grief, find community, and break the silence surrounding their loss.

National Aesthetician Day

On October 15, we shine the spotlight on the skincare professionals who keep us looking our best. It's National Aesthetician Day!

White Cane Safety Day

National Get Smart About Credit Day

National Get Smart About Credit Day, on the third Thursday in October, promotes learning about good credit. It is a national campaign where volunteer bankers help counsel young people on responsible credit habits.

National Latinx Aids Awareness Day

National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day on October 15 encourages prevention, testing, and open dialogue concerning HIV and AIDS in the Latino and Hispanic communities.

National Real Sugar Day

October 15 is National Real Sugar Day and we celebrate the people who harvest sugar crops and learn about it's origins. We also learn how to balance a healthy diet, while enjoying enjoy food made with real sugar.

National Mushroom Day

October 15 is the perfect reminder that the most extraordinary things often grow quietly beneath our feet, especially on National Mushroom Day! Whether you love them sautéed, brewed, or simply appreciate their quiet work in the forest, mushrooms deserve their moment in the spotlight.