DLTK's Holidays Activities for Kids
October Holidays and Special Events
Welcome to our October special event crafts and activities for kids!
October is a month bursting with color, creativity, and celebration. From spooky Halloween fun to thoughtful days like World Teachers’ Day and World Animal Day, there’s something special to explore all month long. Families can enjoy crafts, stories, and projects that highlight autumn’s beauty, inspire kindness, and spark curiosity about the world around us. Whether you’re decorating pumpkins, writing poetry, or learning about fall traditions, October is the perfect time to learn and play together.
Crafts and Activities for Major October Holidays:
Crafts and Activities for October Holidays that change days each year:
National Poetry Day (UK)
first Thursday in October
National Poetry Day is a celebration of poems, rhymes, and creative expression.
National Fire Week
the week in which October 9th falls
National Fire Prevention Week is a time to learn about fire safety and how to stay safe.
Child Health Day
first Monday in October
Child Health Day reminds families to take care of their bodies and live healthy lives.
Canadian Thanksgiving
second Monday in October
Canadian Thanksgiving is a day to give thanks for family, food, and the harvest.
World Egg Day
second Friday in October
World Egg Day celebrates the humble egg and all the ways it nourishes us.
World Migratory Bird Day
second Saturday in October
World Migratory Bird Day honors the amazing journeys birds make each year.
Columbus Day
second Monday in October
Columbus Day remembers the voyages of exploration across the oceans.
National Wolf Awareness Week
third week in October
National Wolf Awareness Week celebrates wolves and the important role they play in nature.
World Series of Baseball
last week/late October
The World Series is the championship games of Major League Baseball, played at the end of the season each fall.
Diwali
late October or early November, depending on the lunar calendar
Diwali is the Hindu Festival of Lights, celebrating hope, joy, and new beginnings.
National Bat Week
late October, dates vary
National Bat Week celebrates bats and teaches people about their important role in ecosystems and the need to protect them..
Special Days Celebrated on the Same Date Each Year:
Octoberfest
throughout October
Octoberfest is a lively German celebration filled with music, food, and tradition.
National Crime Prevention Month
throughout October
National Crime Prevention Month encourages safety and helping our communities stay secure.
Eat Better – Eat Together Month
throughout October
Eat Better – Eat Together Month promotes healthy eating and family mealtime.
Farm Animals Day
October 2nd
Learn about life on the farm with coloring pages and animal crafts.
The Peanuts comic strip anniversary
October 2nd,1950
Celebrate Snoopy, Charlie Brown, and friends with fun cartoon crafts.
World Animal Day
October 4th
World Animal Day celebrates all animals and encourages kindness and care for them around the world.
Sputnik 1 Launched
October 4th, 1957
Mark the start of space exploration with starry crafts and rockets.
World Teachers' Day
October 5th
Show appreciation for teachers with cards, poems, and coloring pages.
World Octopus Day
October 8th
World Animal Day celebrates all animals and encourages kindness and care for them around the world.
Reptile Appreciation Day
October 19th
Learn about lizards, snakes, and turtles with fun educational crafts.
National Pumpkin Day
October 26th
Candy Corn Day
October 30th
Enjoy sweet candy corn fun with easy fall treats and crafts.
Coloring Pages for the Month:
October is a month full of fun, creativity, and important causes. From spooky Halloween celebrations to days honoring poetry, teachers, and the natural world, there’s something for every interest. These special days give kids (and grown-ups!) a chance to explore new activities, learn about different traditions, and celebrate the changing season. Whether you’re crafting, reading, or enjoying fall flavors, October is a perfect time to bring imagination to life.
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