October 9 2019 Holidays

Your guide to every national day and holiday on October 9 2019

National days: 14
Day of the year: 282
Days left in the year: 83
Days until: 2143

Canadian Beer Day

Join or host a Canadian beer event, or just gather your friends or family and have a taste-testing of various kinds of Canadian beers in your own home.

Canada
United Kingdom
United States

National Emergency Nurses Day

Honor the dedication of these amazing medical professionals by fundraising for your local emergency department or sending gifts on Emergency Nurses Day.

Australia
Canada
United Kingdom
and 1 more

National Moldy Cheese Day

It may sound gross, but many kinds of moldy cheese are actually a delicious delicacy. Be brave and try a sampling of long-aged, moldy, flavorful cheese.

France
United States

Scrubs Day

Wear your pajamas to work…but not really. Scrubs Day is all about appreciating these comfortable work clothes, most common in healthcare fields.

International
United States

Bring Your Teddy Bear To Work & School Day

Improve your day by bringing your teddy bear to work or school, and spending the day with one of your oldest, truest, and cutest friends who has never let you down.

Australia
Canada
United Kingdom
and 1 more

National Pet Obesity Awareness Day

Raise awareness about pet obesity, and make sure that your own pets live happy, healthy, long lives by keeping their weight in check.

Australia
Canada
United Kingdom
and 1 more

Curious Events Day

Dig your teeth into whatever makes you curious, whether it’s the world’s greatest mysteries of history, or where missing socks could possibly go.

International

World Post Day

Give your mailman a thank-you card or gift, and make use of this long-standing public service by sending a letter, package, or other mail the old-fashioned way.

Australia
Canada
France
and 6 more

Imagine a soccer ball made entirely of carbon atoms. That’s C60, a molecule shaped like a hollow sphere with 60 carbon atoms arranged in a pattern of pentagons and hexagons. Scientists call it a "buckyball" because it resembles the geodesic domes designed by architect Buckminster Fuller. This unique structure gives C60...

PANS/PANDAS Awareness Day

PANS/PANDAS Awareness Day brings attention to a rare but serious health issue in children. PANS (Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome) and PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections) cause sudden, intense changes in behavior. A child may go from calm to fearful overnight. They might stop eating, develop tics, or...

United States

National Leif Erikson Day

Traveling across rough seas and unfamiliar lands takes guts. National Leif Erikson Day honors that fearless leap into the unknown. It highlights a daring voyage made long before maps were trusted. This day sparks interest in a journey that reached new shores and opened minds. Folks don’t need to know...

United States

National Sneakers Day

Sneakers aren’t just shoes. They’re a daily companion—easy to slip on, ready for anything. National Sneakers Day celebrates these everyday heroes. Whether worn for a walk, a workout, or just a regular afternoon, sneakers bring comfort without fuss. They’ve got personality, too. Some are bold and colorful, others are simple and...

United States

Fire Prevention Day

Develop a fire escape plan for your home, and practice it with your family or roommates to make sure everyone knows what to do in an emergency.

Australia
Canada
United Kingdom
and 1 more

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Start your day by grabbing a slice of pizza for breakfast, celebrating International Beer and Pizza Day. Then, channel your inner detective for Curious Events Day by visiting a local museum or historic site. Keep the theme going with National Moldy Cheese Day by hosting a cheese tasting party with friends. Embrace your inner doctor on Scrubs Day by binge-watching medical dramas or volunteering at a local clinic.

Take a break from screens and mail handwritten letters on World Post Day. Raise awareness for PANS/PANDAS on this day by sharing facts online or supporting organizations that focus on these conditions. Show some love for science on National C60 Day by researching carbon molecules or trying a new science experiment at home.

Step up your sneaker game on National Sneakers Day by cleaning or customizing your shoes. Learn about Viking history on National Leif Erikson Day by watching documentaries or reading about Norse mythology. End your day by checking your smoke detectors and creating a fire safety plan for Fire Prevention Day.

By embracing these themes collectively, you can have a fun-filled and educational day without breaking the bank. Enjoy the adventure!

Dysautonomia Awareness Month

Join or host a fundraising event, do your research, and help raise awareness about dysautonomia, a class of diseases affected the autonomic nervous system.

Hispanic Heritage Month

Join an event, forum, or exhibition for Hispanic Heritage Month, and appreciate the art, history, and cultural offerings of this rich and expansive heritage.

United States

Fire Prevention Week

Head over to the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) website to learn what you need to do to protect your home and community in case of a fire.

Healthcare Foodservice Workers Week

These superheroes of the hospital kitchen ensure patients receive delicious, nutritious meals, taking pride in boosting morale and recovery.

United States

Bat Appreciation Month

Did you know that bats are the only mammals that can truly fly? Bat Appreciation Month celebrates these unique creatures and their vital role in our environment. Bats are not just skilled insect hunters. They are also crucial pollinators and seed dispersers for many plants, including those that give us...