World Kindness Day takes place on Friday 13 November 2026, a global day celebrating kindness and encouraging people to do something good for others.
When is World Kindness Day?
World Kindness Day takes place in November (November 13). It is one of the many UK awareness days that bring people together around a shared cause: see the full calendar.
Why World Kindness Day matters
Small acts of kindness help people feel connected and less alone, and they are often the first step towards regular volunteering. The day is a simple reason to reach out to someone. Explore community support volunteering.
How to get involved in World Kindness Day
There are three simple ways to make World Kindness Day count:
- Volunteer: try a befriending, food bank or community role and turn one kind act into a regular one. Browse opportunities.
- Fundraise: raise money for a local charity with a kindness challenge at school or work.
- Raise awareness: share a simple kind idea and invite others to try it.
World Kindness Day volunteering opportunities
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Other November Dates
16 Days of Action Against Domestic Violence
November 25 - December 10
Alcohol Awareness Week
November 15-21
Anti-Bullying Week
November 16-20
Armistice Day
November 11
Carers Rights Day
November 19
Disability History Month
November 19 - December 19
Inter Faith Week
November 8-15
International Men's Day
November 19
International Volunteer Managers Day
November 5
Movember
1-30
National Self Care Week
November 16-22
National Stress Awareness Day
November 4
National Tree Week
November 21-29
Psychological Professions Week
November 9-13
Remembrance Sunday
November 8
Road Safety Week
November 15-21
Talk Money Week
November 2-6
Trans Awareness Week
November 13-19
Transgender Day of Remembrance
November 20
Trustees' Week
November 9-13
UK Malnutrition Awareness Week
November 16-20
White Ribbon Day
November 25
World COPD Day
November 18
World Diabetes Day
November 14
World Vegan Month
1-30
Youth Work Week
November 2-8
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