October

October is the 10th month of the year and the heart of autumn. It’s a time of crisp air, colorful leaves, and cozy traditions that bring families and communities together. The month celebrates harvests and all things pumpkin, leading up to one of America’s favorite holidays—Halloween.

Over 350 national and international observances take place throughout October, spanning everything from pumpkin spice and apple cider to fire safety and mental health awareness. Many events echo the spirit of fall—warm gatherings, gratitude for nature’s bounty, and a touch of seasonal spookiness that makes this month both comforting and thrilling.

In the United States, October also includes Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day, both observed on the second Monday of the month. These holidays invite reflection on the nation’s complex history, while the season itself encourages balance—between celebration and remembrance, tradition and change—as autumn moves steadily toward the year’s end.

National Days in October:

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