Bandanna Day
Canteen's annual fundraising and awareness day for young people affected by cancer, held on the last Thursday in October.
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OrganiserCanteen
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked20 October 2026
First heldNot known
About the day
Bandanna Day is Canteen's main fundraising and awareness day. People buy and wear bandannas to support young Australians dealing with their own cancer or that of a family member. The day marked 30 years in 2024.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Thursday 29 October 2026 | Australia | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2027 | Thursday 28 October 2027 | Australia | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | Thursday 26 October 2028 | Australia | Set by a fixed rule |
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