Date
Sunday
Oct

October 5

National Do Something Nice Day

Spread joy and kindness on National Do Something Nice Day - make someone's day brighter with a little gesture of love!

Yearly Date
October 5
Type
Day

Introduction

Spread some kindness and joy on National Do Something Nice Day, October 5! This special day has been around since 1998 when it was first declared by its founder, the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation. Since then, people all over the world join together to show appreciation for each other through small acts of kindness. Whether you choose to do something nice for a stranger or someone close to you, this is one holiday that will surely bring smiles to everyone!

National Do Something Nice Day Timeline

1998
Establishment of National Do Something Nice Day
The Random Acts of Kindness Foundation declares October 5 as National Do Something Nice Day, encouraging everyone to spread joy through small gestures.
2000
Growing Participation
By 2000, the holiday's reputation begins to grow, and it starts to be recognized by a variety of different cultures and communities across the globe.
2005
Media Feature
The holiday receives its first major media attention. This leads to a significant increase in participation.
2010
Increased Corporate Involvement
Many organizations and businesses begin supporting the holiday as part of their corporate social responsibility initiatives.
2015
Social Media Impact
The rise of social media platforms, especially Instagram and Twitter, makes the holiday more popular, with hashtags related to the holiday trending every October 5.

How to Celebrate National Do Something Nice Day

1

Send a thank you note

Take a moment to write and send a thank you note to someone who has done something nice for you. A simple gesture of gratitude is sure to bring a smile to someone's face.

2

Volunteer

Find a local volunteer opportunity in your area and spend the day giving back. It can be anything from helping at a soup kitchen to walking dogs at the animal shelter.

3

Buy someone coffee

Bring someone else's favorite coffee or tea to work and surprise them with it. It's a small act of kindness that can brighten their day.

4

Compliment someone

Go out of your way to give compliments to friends, family, and strangers alike. A kind word can make all the difference in someone's day.

5

Pay it forward

When the cashier tells you your total, pay for the person behind you in line as well. This random act of kindness will spread throughout the day and beyond.

Why We Love National Do Something Nice Day

A

It makes us feel good

Doing something nice for someone else is one of the best ways to make yourself feel great. Whether you're smiling and saying hello to a stranger, or helping an elderly person with their groceries, your kind gesture will make someone's day and boost your self-esteem at the same time!

B

It sets a positive example

When you do something nice for someone else, it encourages others to follow suit. Kindness is contagious, and we all need more of it in this world. By doing something nice for another person, you can be part of a ripple effect that leads to more people showing compassion towards each other.

C

It strengthens relationships

Being kind towards our loved ones helps to strengthen our relationships with them. Showing kindness will let your friends and family know how much you care about them, proving just how valuable they are to you. There's no better feeling than knowing that someone cares enough about us to go out of their way and do something nice just to show it!

National Do Something Nice Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Oct 4
Wednesday
2024
Oct 4
Friday
2025
Oct 4
Saturday
2026
Oct 4
Sunday
2027
Oct 4
Monday