This is our day guide for Wednesday October 1st 2025 which shows you at a glance what's happening on this day around the world. Using the calendar on this page, you can look at a day guide for any day. Why not look up your birthday to see which holidays you share it with?

Observances on October 1st 2025

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Every October, people all over the world show their support for people affected by breast cancer.

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National Cyber Security Awareness Month

National Cyber Security Awareness Month

Find out the dates, history and background to National Cyber Security Awareness Month.

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Día del Pasillo Ecuatoriano

Día del Pasillo Ecuatoriano

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Día del Pasillo Ecuatoriano

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International Raccoon Appreciation Day

International Raccoon Appreciation Day 🦝

They aren't good pets, but also, they aren't total pests. Let's take a day to celebrate these adorable rascals.

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International Coffee Day

International Coffee Day ☕

International Coffee Day is observed on October 1st each year to celebrate and promote the global love and appreciation for coffee.

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Global Diversity Awareness Month

Global Diversity Awareness Month

Diversity Awareness Month is all about opening dialogues that foster an appreciation of the differences that separate us as well as the similarities that unite us.

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World Postcard Day

World Postcard Day

Find out the dates, history and background of World Postcard Day

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Armed Forces Day

Armed Forces Day

Armed Forces Day celebrates the bravery and dedication of South Korea's armed forces on armed forces day, a historic event that honors their service and sacrifices since 1950.

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Fire Pup Day

Fire Pup Day

Firepup is a friendly Dalmatian cartoon character, who makes learning about fire and burn prevention and life safety issues, fun, entertaining, and non-threatening.

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National Hair Day

National Hair Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Hair Day

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National Homemade Cookies Day

National Homemade Cookies Day 🍪

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Homemade Cookies Day

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National Pizza Month

National Pizza Month

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Pizza Month

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Polish American Heritage Month

Polish American Heritage Month

Find out the dates, history and background to Polish American Heritage Month

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Disability Employment Awareness Month

Disability Employment Awareness Month

Diversity Awareness Month is all about opening dialogues that foster an appreciation of the differences that separate us as well as the similarities that unite us.

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National Dental Hygiene Month

National Dental Hygiene Month

Highlights the importance of promoting a healthy dental lifestyle at an early age.

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LGBT History Month

LGBT History Month

An annual month-long observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history, and the history of the gay rights and related civil rights movements.

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National Book Month

National Book Month 📚

National Book Month is a national holiday to raise awareness of the importance of reading, writing and literature.

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Italian-American Heritage and Culture Month

Italian-American Heritage and Culture Month

In October, we Celebrate the Rich Tapestry of Italian-American Contributions.

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National Pumpkin Seed Day

National Pumpkin Seed Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Pumpkin Seed Day

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National Walk to School Day

National Walk to School Day

Join kids and families around the globe to walk and bicycle to school on the first Wednesday in October to promote physical activity

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National Seafood Month

National Seafood Month 🦐

Celebrate National Seafood Month this October and discover a sea of flavors, health benefits, and sustainability. Get hooked on the finest seafood traditions, recipes, and more!

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Cybersecurity Awareness Month 💻

Join Cybersecurity Awareness Month this October to learn how you can protect your digital life with simple yet powerful security practices.

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World Vegetarian Day

World Vegetarian Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Vegetarian Day

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Black History Month

Black History Month

October is Black History Month in UK

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Unblocktober

Unblocktober

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Unblocktober.

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Porktober

Porktober 🐖

Put a bit of Pork on your Fork! Porktober is a month-long campaign to celebrate the quality, versatility and affordability of pork, in support of British pig farmers.

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National Vegetarian Week

National Vegetarian Week 🍅

National Vegetarian Week is part of a movement toward a healthier, more sustainable, and compassionate lifestyle.

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International Day of Older Persons 

International Day of Older Persons 

Raising awareness of the impact of an ageing population and the need to ensure people can grow old with dignity.

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Public Holidays on October 1st 2025

Chinese National Day

Chinese National Day

The People's Republic of China was founded on October 1st 1949 with a ceremony at Tian'anmen Square.

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Botswana Day Holiday

Botswana Day Holiday

Second Day of public holidays to mark Botswana's independence from the United Kingdom in 1966

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Cypriot Independence Day

Cypriot Independence Day

Cyprus became independent from the British in 1960

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Discovery of America Day

Discovery of America Day

Honours the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Americas

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Ayudha Puja

Ayudha Puja

On Ayudha Puja, the ninth day of Navaratri, many common and seemingly mundane tools and implements are cleaned and worshipped.

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Mahanavami

Mahanavami

The festival of Dusseha symbolizes the triumph of good over evil in the legend of Rama and Ravana

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Navami of Durga Puja

Navami of Durga Puja

Hindu festival in South Asia that celebrates worship of the Hindu goddess Durga

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Nigeria Independence Day

Nigeria Independence Day

This is the national day of Nigeria and is always celebrated on October 1st. It marks independence from British rule on 1 October 1960.

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Investiture of the Captains Regent

Investiture of the Captains Regent

The two heads of state of the Republic of San Marino are elected every six months by the Grand and General Council, the country's legislative body

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Tuvalu Day

Tuvalu Day

This two-day holiday commemorates Tuvalu becoming independent from the UK on this day in 1978.

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Defenders and Defendresses of Ukraine Day

Defenders and Defendresses of Ukraine Day

Honours the courage of the defenders of Ukraine's independence and territorial integrity

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Uzbekistan Teacher's Day

Uzbekistan Teacher's Day

A public holiday dedicated to honour the efforts of those who teach and educate in Uzbekistan

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