October 2026 Holidays
October features Halloween, Columbus Day, and the beautiful fall season.
12 holidays in October 2026
Rosh Hashanah 2026
Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year, a time of reflection, prayer, and the sounding of the shofar.
National Taco Day 2026
National Taco Day celebrates the beloved Mexican dish! Enjoy tacos in all their delicious varieties.
World Teachers' Day 2026
World Teachers' Day celebrates educators worldwide and their vital role in shaping the future.
World Mental Health Day 2026
World Mental Health Day raises awareness about mental health issues and promotes mental well-being for all.
Columbus Day 2026
Columbus Day commemorates Christopher Columbus's arrival in the Americas on October 12, 1492. Also observed as Indigenous Peoples' Day.
Yom Kippur 2026
Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is the holiest day in Judaism, observed with fasting, prayer, and repentance.
National Dessert Day 2026
National Dessert Day 2026 is the sweetest day of the year! Indulge in your favorite treats guilt-free!
World Food Day 2026
World Food Day promotes awareness and action for the future of food, people, and the planet.
United Nations Day 2026
United Nations Day marks the anniversary of the founding of the UN in 1945. Celebrate global cooperation and peace.
National Chocolate Day 2026
National Chocolate Day celebrates the sweet treat loved around the world. Indulge in your favorite chocolate!
National Cat Day 2026
National Cat Day celebrates our feline friends and encourages cat adoption. Give your kitty extra love today!
Halloween 2026
Halloween — spooky costumes, trick-or-treating, and jack-o'-lanterns! The scariest night of the year is coming.