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What is October 8th?

We have 21 holidays listed for October 8.

October 8th is the 281st day in the Gregorian calendar. On this day then President George W. Bush announced the establishment of the Department of Homeland Security; guerilla leader Che Guevera and his men were captured in Bolivia, and Yankee Don Larson pitched the only perfect game in the history of the baseball World Series. Famous October 8th birthdays include Matt Damon and Sigourney Weaver. Today is Columbus Day and National Pierogi Day.
Oct08

National Pierogi Day

If you’re pining for pierogi, come on and celebrate with us!

Oct08

Alvin C. York Day

What makes Alvin C. York so special? We have all the information you need!

Oct08

American Touch Tag Day

Put on your running shoes as we celebrate one of the world’s most popular games.

Oct08

Battle of Angamos

Discover why the Battle of Angamos is significant in Peru and how it is commemorated.

Oct08

Dyslexia Day

Dyslexia Day helps patients and caretakers find ways to live a fulfilling life.

Oct08

Emergency Nurses Day

Honor the crucial roles emergency response (E.R.) nurses or trauma nurses play in the healthcare system.

Oct08

Honduras: Discovery of America Day

Did you know that Columbus did not even set foot in North America?

Oct08

Indian Air Force Day

Be motivated to fly high by learning more about the history behind the Indian Air Force.

Oct08

International Birth Registration Day

Understand why this is such an important day for millions of children across the globe.

Oct08

International Newspaper Carrier Day

National Newspaper Carrier Day on October 8 celebrates the resilient paper carriers who have been around for as long as newspapers themselves. These fearless riders…
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Oct08

International Top Spinning Day

Did you know, this event was initiated by a museum in Burlington, Wisconsin?

Oct08

National Bring Your Teddy Bear to School Day

Look for your teddy bear and bring them to wherever you study or work today.

Oct08

National Curves Day

Celebrate the day and your curves with confidence, regardless of your style!

Oct08

National Fluffernutter Day

Celebrate the childhood sandwich of peanut butter and Marshmallow Fluff squished between two slices of bread.

Oct08

National Harbormaster Appreciation Day

Let's understand why it's so important that we say thank you to harbormasters.

Oct08

National Heroes’ Day

From battlefields to classrooms, we have heroes who inspire change with their noteworthy actions.

Oct08

National Salmon Day

Whip out your recipes, prepare your wild or packaged salmon, and make delicious healthy food.

Oct08

National Stop Bullying Day

Bullying can come in many forms, and leave victims feeling helpless.

Oct08

World Octopus Day

We celebrate the special day of a remarkable eight-legged creature.