USA awareness days and key dates
Awareness days, weeks and months, with bank holidays and the big commercial dates. Pick a country and the types you need, then subscribe in your own calendar.
Running all month
- Lung Cancer Awareness Month 1 to 30 November 2020
- Movember 1 to 30 November 2020
- National Adoption Month 1 to 30 November 2020
- National Diabetes Month 1 to 30 November 2020
- National Native American Heritage Month 1 to 30 November 2020
- Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month 1 to 30 November 2020
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Sunday 1 November 2020
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All Saints' Day
All Saints' Day on 1 November is a Christian festival honouring all saints, known and unknown.
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Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos)
The Day of the Dead on 1 and 2 November is a Mexican tradition honouring loved ones who have died, with altars and marigolds.
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World Vegan Day
World Vegan Day on 1 November celebrates veganism and the founding of The Vegan Society, and opens World Vegan Month.
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All Saints' Day
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Monday 2 November 2020
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All Souls' Day
All Souls' Day on 2 November is when many Christians remember and pray for those who have died.
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International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists
On 2 November the UN condemns attacks on journalists and urges states to bring those responsible to justice.
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International Stress Awareness Week
A week in early November that raises awareness of stress and wellbeing, especially at work. The 2026 week runs 2 to 6 November.
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All Souls' Day
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Tuesday 3 November 2020
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International Day for Biosphere Reserves
A UNESCO day on 3 November that highlights biosphere reserves, places where people and nature are managed together sustainably.
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International Day for Biosphere Reserves
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Thursday 5 November 2020
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World Tsunami Awareness Day
World Tsunami Awareness Day on 5 November promotes understanding of tsunami risks and the steps that save lives.
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World Tsunami Awareness Day
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Friday 6 November 2020
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International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict
On 6 November the UN highlights the often overlooked damage that war and armed conflict do to the environment.
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International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict
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Sunday 8 November 2020
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International Day of Radiology
A global day on 8 November, the anniversary of the discovery of X-rays, recognising medical imaging.
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International Day of Radiology
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Tuesday 10 November 2020
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NET Cancer Day
A global day on 10 November that raises awareness of neuroendocrine cancers and the need for earlier diagnosis.
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World Science Day for Peace and Development
World Science Day for Peace and Development on 10 November highlights the role of science in society and in building sustainable futures.
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NET Cancer Day
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Wednesday 11 November 2020
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Veterans Day
A US federal holiday on 11 November honouring everyone who has served in the US armed forces.
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Veterans Day
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Thursday 12 November 2020
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World Pneumonia Day
Held on 12 November, World Pneumonia Day raises awareness of pneumonia, a leading infectious cause of death, and calls for better prevention and treatment.
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World Pneumonia Day
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Friday 13 November 2020
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Trans Awareness Week
A week from 13 to 19 November raising awareness of trans people and the issues they face, leading into Trans Day of Remembrance.
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World Kindness Day
World Kindness Day on 13 November encourages people everywhere to carry out acts of kindness in their homes, schools, workplaces and communities.
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Trans Awareness Week
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Saturday 14 November 2020
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World Diabetes Day
World Diabetes Day on 14 November is the world's largest diabetes awareness campaign, led by the International Diabetes Federation and recognised by the United Nations.
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World Diabetes Day
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Sunday 15 November 2020
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America Recycles Day
America Recycles Day on 15 November encourages people across the US to recycle more and buy products made from recycled materials.
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International Day for the Prevention of and Fight against All Forms of Transnational Organized Crime
On 15 November the UN raises awareness of the threats posed by organised crime that crosses borders and the need to tackle it together.
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International Fraud Awareness Week
A global week in November that promotes fraud prevention and awareness, held from 15 to 21 November in 2026.
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World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims
The World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, on the third Sunday of November, remembers people killed and injured on the roads.
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World Prematurity Day
A global day on 15 November that raises awareness of preterm birth and the needs of babies born too early and their families.
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America Recycles Day
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Monday 16 November 2020
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Global Entrepreneurship Week
A worldwide week of events in mid November that encourages people to start and grow businesses, held from 16 to 22 November in 2026.
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International Day for Tolerance
The International Day for Tolerance on 16 November promotes respect for the world's diverse cultures and action against intolerance.
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International Day of the Mediterranean Diet
The International Day of the Mediterranean Diet on 16 November celebrates a healthy way of eating that is also recognised as living cultural heritage.
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Global Entrepreneurship Week
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Wednesday 18 November 2020
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World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week
World AMR Awareness Week, 18 to 24 November, raises awareness of drug-resistant infections and encourages careful use of antibiotics and other medicines.
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World COPD Day
A global day in November that raises awareness of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. In 2026 it falls on Wednesday 18 November.
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World Day for the Prevention of and Healing from Child Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Violence
On 18 November the UN raises awareness of child sexual abuse, supports survivors and calls for prevention and accountability.
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World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week
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Thursday 19 November 2020
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Great American Smokeout
The Great American Smokeout is held on the third Thursday of November, encouraging people who smoke to make a plan to quit.
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World Pancreatic Cancer Day
A global day in November, on 19 November in 2026, that asks people to learn the warning signs of pancreatic cancer.
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World Philosophy Day
World Philosophy Day, on the third Thursday of November, celebrates philosophical thinking and open, reasoned debate.
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World Toilet Day
World Toilet Day on 19 November raises awareness of the billions of people who still lack safe sanitation.
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Great American Smokeout
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Friday 20 November 2020
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Africa Industrialization Day
Africa Industrialization Day on 20 November builds international support for industrial development across Africa.
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Transgender Day of Remembrance
A day on 20 November remembering trans people whose lives were lost to anti-trans violence.
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World Children's Day
World Children's Day on 20 November is UNICEF's day of action for children's rights, marking the adoption of the Convention on the Rights of the Child.
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Africa Industrialization Day
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Saturday 21 November 2020
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International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
A day on the Saturday before US Thanksgiving when people bereaved by suicide gather for support. The 2026 day is 21 November.
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World Television Day
World Television Day on 21 November recognises the influence of television in drawing attention to global issues.
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International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
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Tuesday 24 November 2020
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World Conjoined Twins Day
World Conjoined Twins Day on 24 November raises awareness of conjoined twins and promotes their wellbeing and inclusion.
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World Conjoined Twins Day
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Wednesday 25 November 2020
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16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence
An international campaign running from 25 November to 10 December calling for an end to violence against women and girls.
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International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
On 25 November the UN calls for an end to violence against women and girls and launches 16 days of activism.
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16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence
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Thursday 26 November 2020
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Thanksgiving
A US federal holiday on the fourth Thursday in November, traditionally marked with a family meal.
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World Sustainable Transport Day
World Sustainable Transport Day on 26 November promotes safe, affordable, accessible and clean transport for everyone.
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Thanksgiving
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Friday 27 November 2020
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Black Friday
The big retail sales day, held the day after US Thanksgiving and now widely marked by UK shops too.
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International Day for the Elimination of Child, Early and Forced Marriage
On 27 November the UN calls for an end to child, early and forced marriage.
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Black Friday
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Saturday 28 November 2020
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Small Business Saturday (US)
Small Business Saturday falls on the Saturday after US Thanksgiving, encouraging shoppers to spend with independent local businesses.
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Small Business Saturday (US)
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Sunday 29 November 2020
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International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People
On 29 November the UN expresses solidarity with the Palestinian people.
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International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People
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Monday 30 November 2020
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Cyber Monday
The online sales day on the Monday after Black Friday.
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Day of Remembrance for all Victims of Chemical Warfare
On 30 November the UN and OPCW honour the victims of chemical warfare and renew the commitment to eliminate chemical weapons.
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Cyber Monday