Events for March 21, 2026

Down syndrome occurs when an individual has an extra partial (or whole) copy of chromosome 21. It is not yet know why this syndrome occurs, but Down syndrome has always been a part of the human condition. It exists in all regions across the globe and commonly results in variable effects on learning styles, physical characteristics and health.

Raise funds for life-saving cancer research. Cancer Council event.

Take on the World’s Greatest Shave and help fund life-changing blood cancer support and research.

Thursday 26 March is International Purple Day, a global movement to increase awareness, reduce stigma and raise vital funds for epilepsy support.

Take steps to save lives with Melanoma march