No Beard Day
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Overview
No Beard Day, observed annually on October 18th, is an unofficial holiday where men, particularly those who typically sport facial hair, shave their beards off. It's often celebrated as a symbolic fresh start, a personal challenge, or sometimes in contrast to, or preparation for, "Movember," which encourages growing facial hair for charity in November. The day emphasizes a clean-shaven look and can be a way to surprise friends and family.
Observed each year on October 18, No Beard Day invites people to pause, share the story, and bring a little themed joy to their day.
Origin and story
It falls just before "Movember," which encourages growing mustaches to raise awareness for men's health issues.
While not as globally recognized as Movember, it is celebrated by individuals as a personal statement or a precursor to facial hair growth challenges.
Quick facts
- DateOctober 18
- TypeKindness / Community
- Great forCommunity groups, Friends, Coworkers
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Ways to celebrate
- Bring No Beard Day to work or school with a short shout-out in a meeting or group chat.
- Do one small favor quietly for a friend or coworker.
- No Beard Day lands on October 18 — host a quick nod with Community groups, Friends and snap a photo.
- Write a note or journal entry on why No Beard Day matters, then set a reminder for next year.
- Share one fast fact about No Beard Day: It falls just before "Movember," which encourages growing mustaches to raise awareness for men's health issues.
Fun facts
- It falls just before "Movember," which encourages growing mustaches to raise awareness for men's health issues.
- While not as globally recognized as Movember, it is celebrated by individuals as a personal statement or a precursor to facial hair growth challenges.
- Some participants use the day to raise money or awareness for various causes, often through sponsorships for shaving their beards.
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FAQ
- When is No Beard Day?
- It is observed on October 18 each year.
- What is No Beard Day?
- No Beard Day, observed annually on October 18th, is an unofficial holiday where men, particularly those who typically sport facial hair, shave their beards off. It's often celebrated as a symbolic fresh start, a personal challenge, or sometimes in contrast to, or preparation for, "Movember," which encourages growing facial hair for charity in November. The day emphasizes a clean-shaven look and can be a way to surprise friends and family.
- How do people celebrate No Beard Day?
- Bring No Beard Day to work or school with a short shout-out in a meeting or group chat.
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