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November 2049

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COPD Awareness Month (US) 1 to 30 November 2049
Lung Cancer Awareness Month 1 to 30 November 2049
Movember 1 to 30 November 2049
National Adoption Month 1 to 30 November 2049
National Diabetes Month 1 to 30 November 2049
National Native American Heritage Month 1 to 30 November 2049
Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month 1 to 30 November 2049

1Mon
Monday 1 November 2049
- All Saints' Day
  Religious and culturalInternational
  
  All Saints' Day on 1 November is a Christian festival honouring all saints, known and unknown.
- COPD Awareness Month (US)
  Awareness1 to 30 November 2049
  
  COPD Awareness Month runs through November in the US, with the COPD Foundation leading a month of advocacy and awareness on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
- Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos)
  Religious and culturalInternational1 to 2 November 2049
  
  The Day of the Dead on 1 and 2 November is a Mexican tradition honouring loved ones who have died, with altars and marigolds.
- International Stress Awareness Week
  AwarenessInternational1 to 5 November 2049
  
  A week in early November that raises awareness of stress and wellbeing, especially at work. The 2026 week runs 2 to 6 November.
- Lung Cancer Awareness Month
  Awareness1 to 30 November 2049
  
  Held every November to raise awareness of lung cancer, challenge stigma and encourage people to seek help early.
- Movember
  AwarenessInternational1 to 30 November 2049
  
  A month every November when people grow moustaches or take on challenges to raise money for men's health, including prostate and testicular cancer.
- National Adoption Month
  Awareness1 to 30 November 2049
  
  November is National Adoption Month in the US, raising awareness of children and young people in foster care who are waiting for permanent families.
- National Diabetes Month
  Awareness1 to 30 November 2049
  
  November is National Diabetes Month in the US, raising awareness of diabetes and how to prevent its health problems.
- National Native American Heritage Month
  Religious and cultural1 to 30 November 2049
  
  November is National Native American Heritage Month in the United States, recognising the history, cultures and contributions of Native peoples.
- Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
  AwarenessInternational1 to 30 November 2049
  
  A month every November that raises awareness of pancreatic cancer symptoms and the need for faster diagnosis.
- World Vegan Day
  AwarenessInternational
  
  World Vegan Day on 1 November celebrates veganism and the founding of The Vegan Society, and opens World Vegan Month.
2Tue
Tuesday 2 November 2049
- All Souls' Day
  Religious and culturalInternational
  
  All Souls' Day on 2 November is when many Christians remember and pray for those who have died.
- International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists
  AwarenessInternational
  
  On 2 November the UN condemns attacks on journalists and urges states to bring those responsible to justice.
3Wed
Wednesday 3 November 2049
- International Day for Biosphere Reserves
  AwarenessInternational
  
  A UNESCO day on 3 November that highlights biosphere reserves, places where people and nature are managed together sustainably.
4Thu
Thursday 4 November 2049
- International Stout Day
  Fun and quirkyInternational
  
  International Stout Day is held on the first Thursday of November, when breweries, pubs and beer fans around the world mark dark beers.
5Fri
Friday 5 November 2049
- World Tsunami Awareness Day
  AwarenessInternational
  
  World Tsunami Awareness Day on 5 November promotes understanding of tsunami risks and the steps that save lives.
6Sat
Saturday 6 November 2049
- International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict
  AwarenessInternational
  
  On 6 November the UN highlights the often overlooked damage that war and armed conflict do to the environment.
7Sun
Sunday 7 November 2049
- TCS New York City Marathon
  Sports and eventsInternational
  
  The New York marathon, run through New York's five boroughs on the first Sunday of November, which is 1 November 2026 and 7 November 2027.
8Mon
Monday 8 November 2049
- International Day of Radiology
  AwarenessInternational
  
  A global day on 8 November, the anniversary of the discovery of X-rays, recognising medical imaging.
10Wed
Wednesday 10 November 2049
- NET Cancer Day
  AwarenessInternational
  
  A global day on 10 November that raises awareness of neuroendocrine cancers and the need for earlier diagnosis.
- World Science Day for Peace and Development
  AwarenessInternational
  
  World Science Day for Peace and Development on 10 November highlights the role of science in society and in building sustainable futures.
11Thu
Thursday 11 November 2049
- Veterans Day
  Public holidays
  
  A US federal holiday on 11 November honouring everyone who has served in the US armed forces.
12Fri
Friday 12 November 2049
- World Pneumonia Day
  AwarenessInternational
  
  Held on 12 November, World Pneumonia Day raises awareness of pneumonia, a leading infectious cause of death, and calls for better prevention and treatment.
13Sat
Saturday 13 November 2049
- Trans Awareness Week
  AwarenessInternational13 to 19 November 2049
  
  A week from 13 to 19 November raising awareness of trans people and the issues they face, leading into Trans Day of Remembrance.
- World Kindness Day
  AwarenessInternational
  
  World Kindness Day on 13 November encourages people everywhere to carry out acts of kindness in their homes, schools, workplaces and communities.
14Sun
Sunday 14 November 2049
- World Diabetes Day
  AwarenessInternational
  
  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.
15Mon
Monday 15 November 2049
- America Recycles Day
  Awareness
  
  America Recycles Day on 15 November encourages people across the US to recycle more and buy products made from recycled materials.
- Global Entrepreneurship Week
  AwarenessInternational15 to 21 November 2049
  
  A worldwide week of events in mid November that encourages people to start and grow businesses, held from 16 to 22 November in 2026.
- International Day for the Prevention of and Fight against All Forms of Transnational Organized Crime
  AwarenessInternational
  
  On 15 November the UN raises awareness of the threats posed by organised crime that crosses borders and the need to tackle it together.
- World Prematurity Day
  AwarenessInternational
  
  A global day on 15 November that raises awareness of preterm birth and the needs of babies born too early and their families.
16Tue
Tuesday 16 November 2049
- International Day for Tolerance
  AwarenessInternational
  
  The International Day for Tolerance on 16 November promotes respect for the world's diverse cultures and action against intolerance.
- International Day of the Mediterranean Diet
  AwarenessInternational
  
  The International Day of the Mediterranean Diet on 16 November celebrates a healthy way of eating that is also recognised as living cultural heritage.
17Wed
Wednesday 17 November 2049
- World COPD Day
  AwarenessInternational
  
  A global day in November that raises awareness of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. In 2026 it falls on Wednesday 18 November.
18Thu
Thursday 18 November 2049
- Great American Smokeout
  Awareness
  
  The Great American Smokeout is held on the third Thursday of November, encouraging people who smoke to make a plan to quit.
- World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week
  AwarenessInternational18 to 24 November 2049
  
  World AMR Awareness Week, 18 to 24 November, raises awareness of drug-resistant infections and encourages careful use of antibiotics and other medicines.
- World Day for the Prevention of and Healing from Child Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Violence
  AwarenessInternational
  
  On 18 November the UN raises awareness of child sexual abuse, supports survivors and calls for prevention and accountability.
- World Pancreatic Cancer Day
  AwarenessInternational
  
  A global day in November, on 19 November in 2026, that asks people to learn the warning signs of pancreatic cancer.
- World Philosophy Day
  AwarenessInternational
  
  World Philosophy Day, on the third Thursday of November, celebrates philosophical thinking and open, reasoned debate.
19Fri
Friday 19 November 2049
- World Toilet Day
  AwarenessInternational
  
  World Toilet Day on 19 November raises awareness of the billions of people who still lack safe sanitation.
20Sat
Saturday 20 November 2049
- Africa Industrialization Day
  AwarenessInternational
  
  Africa Industrialization Day on 20 November builds international support for industrial development across Africa.
- International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
  AwarenessInternational
  
  A day on the Saturday before US Thanksgiving when people bereaved by suicide gather for support. The 2026 day is 21 November.
- Transgender Day of Remembrance
  AwarenessInternational
  
  A day on 20 November remembering trans people whose lives were lost to anti-trans violence.
- World Children's Day
  AwarenessInternational
  
  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.
21Sun
Sunday 21 November 2049
- International Fraud Awareness Week
  AwarenessInternational21 to 27 November 2049
  
  A global week in November that promotes fraud prevention and awareness, held from 15 to 21 November in 2026.
- World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims
  AwarenessInternational
  
  The World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, on the third Sunday of November, remembers people killed and injured on the roads.
- World Hello Day
  Fun and quirkyInternational
  
  A day encouraging people to greet at least ten others as a simple gesture for peace, held every year on 21 November.
- World Television Day
  AwarenessInternational
  
  World Television Day on 21 November recognises the influence of television in drawing attention to global issues.
24Wed
Wednesday 24 November 2049
- World Conjoined Twins Day
  AwarenessInternational
  
  World Conjoined Twins Day on 24 November raises awareness of conjoined twins and promotes their wellbeing and inclusion.
25Thu
Thursday 25 November 2049
- 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence
  AwarenessInternational25 November to 10 December 2049
  
  An international campaign running from 25 November to 10 December calling for an end to violence against women and girls.
- International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
  AwarenessInternational
  
  On 25 November the UN calls for an end to violence against women and girls and launches 16 days of activism.
- Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
  Sports and events
  
  Macy's annual parade of giant balloons and floats through Manhattan on Thanksgiving morning; the 100th parade is on Thursday 26 November 2026.
- Thanksgiving
  Public holidays
  
  A US federal holiday on the fourth Thursday in November, traditionally marked with a family meal.
26Fri
Friday 26 November 2049
- Black Friday
  Commercial and retail
  
  The big retail sales day, held the day after US Thanksgiving and now widely marked by UK shops too.
- World Sustainable Transport Day
  AwarenessInternational
  
  World Sustainable Transport Day on 26 November promotes safe, affordable, accessible and clean transport for everyone.
27Sat
Saturday 27 November 2049
- International Day for the Elimination of Child, Early and Forced Marriage
  AwarenessInternational
  
  On 27 November the UN calls for an end to child, early and forced marriage.
- Small Business Saturday (US)
  Commercial and retail
  
  Small Business Saturday falls on the Saturday after US Thanksgiving, encouraging shoppers to spend with independent local businesses.
29Mon
Monday 29 November 2049
- Cyber Monday
  Commercial and retail
  
  The online sales day on the Monday after Black Friday.
- International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People
  AwarenessInternational
  
  On 29 November the UN expresses solidarity with the Palestinian people.
30Tue
Tuesday 30 November 2049
- Day of Remembrance for all Victims of Chemical Warfare
  AwarenessInternational
  
  On 30 November the UN and OPCW honour the victims of chemical warfare and renew the commitment to eliminate chemical weapons.
- Giving Tuesday
  AwarenessInternational
  
  Giving Tuesday falls on the Tuesday after US Thanksgiving and encourages people around the world to give time, money or skills to good causes.
- GivingTuesday (UK)
  AwarenessInternational
  
  A global day of giving on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, encouraging people to donate, volunteer or help others, on 1 December 2026.

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