October 1st Holidays

We have 28 holidays listed for October 1.

October 1 is the 274th day of the Gregorian calendar. Congress established Yosemite National Park, Stanford University opened in California. High speed bullet train service was established connecting Tokyo to Osaka. Famous birthdays include Julie Andrews, Zach Galifianakis and Brie Larson. Today is National Black Dog Day.
Oct01

National Homemade Cookie Day

Bakers, homemakers, and cookie enthusiasts, preheat your ovens to serve up these delicious treats.

Oct01

World Vegetarian Day

Did you know that approximately 10% of the world's population is vegetarian?

Oct01

Ancestors' Day

It is Pchum Ben and time to feed the hungry ghosts of our ancestors.

Oct01

Balloons Around the World Day

You don’t need to be good at party tricks to perform these balloon activities!

Oct01

CD Player Day

Take a trip down memory lane to listen to music sans 'playlists'.

Oct01

China National Day

Put on your patriotic hat as we get ready to ring in China National Day.

Oct01

Cyprus Independence Day

Gather your family and friends — it’s time to observe Cyprus Independence Day!

Oct01

Filipino American History Month

Celebrating the history, heritage, and culture of the Filipino-American community.

Oct01

​International Day of Older Persons

Older people are fonts of wisdom, experience, and storytelling.

Oct01

International Music Day

Find out how music can contribute towards creating a more harmonious society.

Oct01

Investiture Ceremony of the Captains Regent

Hit the streets as we celebrate the historic Investiture Ceremony of the Captain’s Regent.

Oct01

Model T Day

Pay homage to the legendary Henry Ford by remembering one of his most revolutionary creations.

Oct01

National Black Dog Day

See that picture? Go ahead and say it, "awwwww!"

Oct01

National Day of China

The celebrations of National Day of China are a part of China’s “Golden Week.”

Oct01

National Fire Pup Day

Dogs have historically worked, lived, and slept alongside members of local fire departments.

Oct01

National Fruit at Work Day

This day celebrates every fruit that has given us its delicious juiciness and boost in work performance.

Oct01

National Hair Day

Celebrate your personality as personified by your hair and explore ways to keep it lustrously healthy.

Oct01

National Lace Day

If you have ever dreamed of a lace wedding dress, then this holiday is for you.

Oct01

National Poetry Day

"Roses are red, violets are blue, we are so happy, to be celebrating poetry with you!"

Oct01

National Raccoon Day

Raccoons might not be the best pets, but they are no pests either.

Oct01

Nigeria Independence Day

Don your best green and white clothes and spend the day celebrating Nigerian Independence!

Oct01

Pchum Ben

Pchum Ben marks the start of the journey of souls to purgatory.

Oct01

ROK Alliance Day

We commemorate the alliance treaty signing between the United States and the Republic of Korea today.

Oct01

Teacher's Day in Uzbekistan

On Teacher’s Day in Uzbekistan, we join the nation in recognizing and honoring educators and teachers.

Oct01

Tuvalu Independence Day

Read on to learn how this island nation got its independence from its British colonial masters.

Oct01

World Sake Day

Get your best sake, invite your family and friends, and celebrate the day together.