Brain Awareness Week takes place from 16 to 22 March 2026, a global campaign celebrating progress in brain science and raising awareness of brain health.
When is Brain Awareness Week?
Brain Awareness Week is held in March (March 16-22). It is one of the many UK awareness days that bring people together around a shared cause — see the full calendar.
Why Brain Awareness Week matters
Conditions affecting the brain touch millions of lives, and greater awareness and research funding help improve understanding, treatment and support. Explore health & well-being volunteering.
How to get involved in Brain Awareness Week
There are three simple ways to make Brain Awareness Week count:
- Volunteer — support a brain or neurological charity at an awareness event or with everyday tasks. Browse opportunities.
- Fundraise — run a fundraiser to help fund brain research and patient support.
- Raise awareness — share brain health information and the work of researchers to grow public understanding.
Brain Awareness Week volunteering opportunities
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Get involved with Brain Awareness Week
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Other March Dates
Eating Disorders Awareness Week
February 28 - March 6
Healthcare Science Week
March
International Day of Happiness
March 20
International Transgender Day of Visibility
March 31
International Women's Day
March 8
Mother's Day
Last Sunday of March
National Salt Awareness Week
March 9-15
No Smoking Day
March 12
Nutrition and Hydration Week
March 10-16
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
1-31
Overseas NHS Workers Day
March 7
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
1-31
World Autism Acceptance Week
March
World Down Syndrome Day
March 21
World Kidney Day
March 13
World Oral Health Day
March 20
World Sleep Day
March 14
Young Carer's Action Day
March 16
Zero Discrimination Day
March 1
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