National days, ongoing national weeks and months, and global observances for October 5, 2026. Plus historical events and birthdays.
October 5, 2026 celebrates National Do Something Nice Day, plus 4 more. Your Official Day to spread awesomeness is on October 5! Today is National Do Something Nice Day and we are dedicated to making the world a little brighter, one kind act at a time.
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National GOE Day - Growth. Overcome. Empower. The Sunday of the first full weekend in October encourages us to support safe spaces for healing and connection for those who have been victimized by abuse and trauma. The day focuses on healing, recovery and providing resources that support overcoming these overwhelming obstacles in life.
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Wrapping up the original 13 colonies, National Rhode Island Day on October 5 recognizes the last colony to join the Union on May 4, 1776.
Read the full story →Longer-running observances that include this date.
National School Bus Safety Week
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National Friends Of Libraries Week
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National Mental Illness Awareness Week
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Healthcare Security And Safety Week
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National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week
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Mystery Series Week
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National School Lunch Week
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International Postcard Week
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Spinning And Weaving Week
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National Chili Week
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National Healthcare Quality Week
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National Pharmacy Week
Week
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National Domestic Violence Awareness Month
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Lgbtq History Month
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National Cryptocurrency Month
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National Book Month
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National Arts & Humanities Month
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Emotional Wellness Month
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National Learning And Development Month
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World Blindness Awareness Month
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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National Pizza Month
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National Fire Prevention Month
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Global Diversity Awareness Month
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