Special Dates Your Calendar For 2026!

Dates coming up in 2026

As the Christmas festivities wrap up and the new year begins, it's the perfect moment to put your new stationery and fresh diary to good use. Start filling in all the special moments, exciting plans, and important dates that you won't want to forget this year - from birthdays to anniversaries to those unexpected chances to brighten someone's day.

Make 2026 all about building connections with delightful keepsakes and celebrating achievements, big or small. There's no better way to start the year than by planning moments that make someone else smile.

So, here's to a year filled with joyful memories, simple pleasures, and bringing a little sunshine to loved ones on rainy days.

1st January (Thursday) - New Year's Day (Bank Holiday)

Do you know anyone who is sticking to their New Year's resolution or made a big one for this year? Whether it's starting a new workout routine or taking on Dry January, the New Year is the perfect time to wish your loved ones good luck with their goals.

19th January (Monday) - Blue Monday

Because everyone could use a boost this time of year. Reach out to someone who might need a little love sent through their letterbox.

14th February (Saturday) - Valentine's Day

Love is all around! Whether you're sharing your feelings, treating your Valentine, or celebrating Galentine's with friends, it's a day made for love in all its forms.

17th February (Tuesday) - Random Acts Of Kindness Day

Small gestures can make a big difference. Whether it's leaving a note on a car, sharing a compliment with a stranger, or sending a smile through someone's door, a random act of kindness is sure to brighten their day.

17th February (Tuesday) - Pancake Day (Shrove Tuesday)

Let's eat pancakes for breakfast, lunch and dinner!

17th February (Tuesday) - Chinese New Year

Celebrate the year of the horse!

March

15th March (Sunday) - Mother's Day

Pink present

Celebrate the wonderful women in your life, from mums and grandmas to daughters and all those who play a motherly role. This Mothering Sunday, take a moment to show extra appreciation for the love, care and support they give every day.

17th March (Tuesday) - St Patrick's Day

Green heart

Send heartfelt blessings on this much-loved Irish celebration with a St Patrick's Day card, a thoughtful way to mark the occasion and share a little luck and cheer with a side of Guinness.

April

Christening's

Bible

Spring brings new life and fresh beginnings, making it a popular time for christenings. Share your blessing with a keepsake card and a special christening gift.

3rd April (Friday) - Good Friday

Easter card

From the quiet reflection of Good Friday to the joyful promise of Easter, it’s a time filled with hope, renewal, and fresh beginnings and the start of the Easter long weekend.

5th April (Sunday) - Easter

Easter eggs

Hop into Easter! Filled with egg-cellent colourful Easter cards, delicious chocolate, and plenty of crafty fun. Keep little hands busy (and off screens) with adorable chicks, bunnies, and Easter eggs to create their very own DIY Easter card for a loved one with Get, Set, Make activity kits!

6th April (Monday) - Easter Bank Holiday

Easter egg

Easter Monday is the perfect moment to enjoy the calm after the celebration and look ahead with hope., it's also a day to recover from all the chocolate you've eaten over the weekend.

May

4th May (Monday) - Star Wars Day

Rocket

"May the 4th be with you"

4th May (Monday) - Early May Bank Holiday

Enjoy a long weekend with friends and family, sit back, relax and embrace the British sunshine.

25th May (Monday) - Spring Bank Holiday

Another long weekend to relax and enjoy!

26th May (Tuesday) - Eid al-Adha

Moon and stars

Eid is an Islamic holiday that marks the end of Ramadan, dates may vary based on lunar calendar.

June

Wedding Season

Mr & Mrs

June marks the start of the joyful wedding season. It's the perfect time to thoughtfully choose a card that truly reflects the couple you're celebrating, along with a meaningful keepsake they'll cherish for years to come.

Pride Month

LGBTQ+ sign

Celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and show you're an ally with our fabulous range of Pride cards.

21st June (Sunday) - Father's Day

Father's Day gift

This Father's Day, show your dad just how much he means to you. Whether he's sentimental, funny, or somewhere in between, a thoughtful card paired with a gift that suits his personality to a tee will always be a winning choice! It's a simple but meaningful way to make him smile and let him know how appreciated he truly is.

21st June (Sunday) - Summer Solstice

Sunkissed

The longest day of the year and the peak of summer! Enjoy the extra hours of sunlight with your family and friends.

July

Graduation

Graduation

Mark this proud milestone in their life with a meaningful keepsake they'll love looking back on. A heartfelt reminder of how hard they've worked and just how proud you are of their academic achievements.

30th July (Wednesday) - Friendship Day

Friends balloons

Sending a card and gift filled with laughter and love is a wonderful way to show your best friends just how much they mean to you. It's a thoughtful, feel-good gesture that celebrates your bond and lets them know how truly cherished they are.

August

31st August (Monday) - Summer Bank Holiday

Sand castle

Last bank holiday of the year until Christmas Day!

September

Back to School

ABC
September signals back-to-school season, making it the perfect time to set them up for success with fresh new stationery for the year ahead. From notebooks to pens and everything in between, a little organisation goes a long way in starting the school year on the right foot!

University

Owl teacher

A new adventure begins, worth celebrating and remembering with something special for their university journey.

21st - 27th September (Monday) - Thinking Of You Week

Hug

Thinking of You Week is the perfect excuse to spread a little love and brighten someone’s day with the simple act of sending a greeting card. Take part in this yearly challenge by sending a card every day for a whole week—whether it’s to family, friends, or even your neighbours—to let them know they’re in your thoughts and bring a smile to their face.

October

5th October (Monday) - World Teachers' Day

Thank your teachers this World Teacher's Day and celebrate the amazing impact they have. A thoughtful card or small gesture is a simple way to show your appreciation for all they do.

31st October (Friday) - Halloween

Spook your friends and family with a little Halloween fun this October! Send a fang-tastic clever cube card to show them you're thinking of them and make their day a little more boo-tiful. 

November

5th November (Thursday) - Guy Fawkes

Shooting star

Watch the sky light up in vibrant colours for Bonfire Night!

27th November (Friday) - Festive Friday

Christmas wreath

On the last Friday in November, Festive Friday encourages everyone to send their Christmas cards early.

24th December (Thursday) - Christmas Eve

Snowy Village

Time to slow down and get into the Christmas spirit! Cosy up at home on the sofa and watch a festive film, or spend the evening laughing with friends in a pub. But don't stay up too late, Santa's coming!

25th December (Friday) - Christmas Day! (Bank Holiday)

Christmas tree

It's Christmas! The perfect day to be surrounded by friends and family, indulge in far too much delicious food and enjoy that all-important afternoon nap.

28th December (Monday) - Bank Holiday

Roast turkey

The day to lounge around in your pyjamas, eat leftovers and enjoy another bank holiday!

31st December (Thursday) - New Year's Eve

Champagne and glasses

Get ready to dance your way into 2027!

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