National days, ongoing national weeks and months, and global observances for October 31, 2026. Plus historical events and birthdays.
October 31, 2026 celebrates Halloween, plus 7 more. October 31st brings out the ghouls and goblins, creatures, and strange folk. It's Halloween! This spooktacular holiday is when things come creeping about the neighborhood seeking favors over trickery.
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Laugh out loud on National Knock Knock Joke Day! October 31st encourages telling a few funny knock knock jokes while going door to door. And the day is for jokesters of all ages, too.
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National Trick or Treat Day on the last Saturday in October extends one of the country's favorite holidays - Halloween! This celebration offers the ideal opportunity to host spooky parties, neighborhood trick or treating or local festivals.
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National Magic Day each year on October 31st recognizes the thrill of seeing the performance art of magic. Taking place during National Magic Week, this magical National Day is sure to leave you feeling entertained.
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On October 31st, National Doorbell Day will have doorbells ringing more than any other day of the year. This date was specifically chosen to coincide with Halloween, the single day of the year when residential doorbell's ring far more than any other time, thanks to trick-or-treaters.
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National Caramel Apple Day on October 31st celebrates a time-honored fall treat. Many of us remember eating caramel apples or making them with family. Whether it was at a fair, carnival, or Halloween party, it was a special treat. Sometimes we even made them at home. No matter where we enjoyed them, the memory is a good one.
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National Domestic Violence Awareness Month
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Lgbtq History Month
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National Book Month
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Emotional Wellness Month
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National Cryptocurrency Month
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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National Arts & Humanities Month
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National Learning And Development Month
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Global Diversity Awareness Month
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National Pizza Month
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World Blindness Awareness Month
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National Fire Prevention Month
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