World Health Day
Raises global awareness about health issues and promotes well-being for all.
World Creativity and Innovation Day
Encourages fostering creativity, innovation, and problem-solving for global progress.
World Day for Safety and Health at Work
Reinforces the importance of creating inclusive, respectful, and secure workplaces.
Australian Made Week
11 – 14 Promotes and celebrates architecture proudly made in Australia.
Melbourne Design Week
14–24 May
Returning for its 10th year, Melbourne Design Week is a 11-day program of talks, tours, exhibitions, launches, installations, and workshops across Australia’s design capital.
IDAHOBIT
Raises awareness against LGBTQIA+ discrimination and supports equality worldwide.
National Sorry Day
Commemorates the Stolen Generations and promotes reconciliation with Indigenous Australians. See resources: reconciliation.org.au
Pride Month
1 – 30 June
Celebrates LGBTQIA+ identity, rights, visibility, and community worldwide throughout June.
World Environment Day
The 2026 theme underscores that climate action is not just about reducing carbon emissions—it is about rethinking the systems that power our economies and repairing our relationship with the climate. By doing so, we can secure a safer, healthier, and more just future for all.
Plastic Free July
Encourages workplaces to reduce single-use plastics and adopt sustainable habits.
NAIDOC Week
5 – 12 July
Celebrates the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Brisbane Open House
July 18–19
Brisbane Open House returns for its 16th year, continuing its mission to open doors, tell stories, and celebrate the city’s architectural and cultural richness.
World Nature Conservation Day
Raises awareness about protecting natural habitats and conserving Earth’s biodiversity.
National Threatened Species Day
Raises awareness of endangered wildlife and the importance of conservation.
R U OK? Day
Encourages open conversations about mental health and strengthens workplace support.
World Architecture Day
Celebrates design’s role in shaping sustainable and liveable environments.
National Water Week
Raises awareness about water conservation, management, and sustainable usage nationwide.
World Cities Day
Highlights urban development, sustainable cities, and improving quality of life globally.
Movember
Raises awareness for men’s health issues, especially mental health and prostate cancer.
World Science Day
Promotes science’s importance, public engagement, and sustainable development worldwide.
International Day of Zero Waste
Promotes reducing waste, recycling, and sustainable consumption to protect the planet.
Earth Hour
Inspires teams to reflect on sustainability and reduce energy use collectively.
World Water Day
Raises awareness about water conservation, access, and sustainable management worldwide.
International Day of Forests
Promotes the importance, conservation, and sustainable management of global forests.
International Day of Happiness
Encourages workplaces to focus on positivity, connection, and wellbeing.
Perth Design Week
19 - 26 March
Perth Design Week returns with a curated, week-long program of panels, exhibitions and activities celebrating architecture and design.
Harmony Week
16 – 22 March
Celebrates cultural diversity and inclusion within Australia’s multicultural workforce.
Saint Patrick's Day
Honours Irish culture with parades, green attire, and festive celebrations worldwide.
Neurodiversity Celebration Week
16 – 22 March
Raises awareness and celebrates the strengths and contributions of neurodiverse individuals.
International Womens Day
Recognises women’s achievements and promotes gender equality in the workplace.
World Wildlife Day
Celebrates and raises awareness about protecting global wildlife and biodiversity.
Clean up Australia Day
Encourages teamwork and environmental responsibility through community clean-up efforts.
Zero Discrimination Day
Promotes equality, inclusion, and respect regardless of identity or background.
Random Acts of Kindness Day
Encourages people to spread compassion through selfless, thoughtful good deeds.
World Wetlands Day
Highlights the importance of wetlands and biodiversity, inspiring workplaces to think sustainably.
Miami Art Week
1-7 December 2025
Miami Art Week returns in 2025, hosting a range of fringe events across the city's neighbourhoods, including Miami Beach and Miami Design District. The festival's events include exhibitions, installations and pop-ups, as well as fairs such as Art Basel Miami Beach, Design Miami and Alcova Miami.
World Sustainable Transport Day
World Sustainable Transport Day highlights the importance of cleaner, safer, and more accessible transport systems. Workplaces can use the day to promote sustainable commuting options and consider how transport choices contribute to a healthier planet.
Inclusion at Work Week
Inclusion at Work Week is an annual, week-long national celebration of diversity and inclusion in Australian workplaces. It’s a great opportunity to pause and celebrate the incredible efforts of inclusive organisations and D&I practitioners who are helping to make workplaces across Australia safer, fairer, and more respectful so that people in all their diversity can thrive. With evidence showing how inclusion at work benefits wellbeing, innovation, and organisational performance, there’s every reason to celebrate.
World Kindness Day
Every November 13th, the world joins together to celebrate World Kindness Day—a global reminder of how small acts of kindness can create a ripple effect that strengthens our connections to one another.