194 saved#1,048 of 6,224

Back to the Future Day

Time-travel back to the future with us and celebrate Back to the Future Day - don't miss out on all the fun activities, discounts, and deals!

Wednesday

October 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

Have an update or spot an error?

YEARLY DATEOctober 21

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYPop Culture

SUBCATEGORYMovies & TV

INTRO

Introduction

PHOTO

Get ready to celebrate Back to the Future Day on Oct. 21! This special day was created in celebration of the iconic 1985 movie "Back to the Future". Since its release, it has become a beloved classic that millions of people have enjoyed over and over again. On this day, fans all around the world come together to honor this masterpiece and remember all those great memories we made watching it. So get ready for some time travel - because you won't want miss out on this one!

TIMELINE

Back to the Future Day Timeline

Back to the Future Release

The iconic movie "Back to the Future" directed by Robert Zemeckis and starring Michael J. Fox was released, making an instant impact on pop culture.

Sequel Released

The second installment of Back to the Future was released featuring a future date - October 21, 2015 - that later became the basis for "Back to the Future Day".

Final Installment Released

The third and final installment of the popular franchise was released, rounding off the time-traveling adventures of the lovable characters.

Spread of BTTF Fan Culture

Fan celebrations and themed parties spread, demonstrating the longevity and enduring impact of the "Back to the Future" series.

25th Anniversary Celebrations

Across the globe, fans marked the 25th anniversary of the film's release with screenings, conventions, and celebrations.

First Back to the Future Day

The first official celebration of Back to the Future Day took place on October 21st, marking the future date depicted in the second installment of the trilogy.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate Back to the Future Day

Watch the movie

Gather your family, friends, or co-workers and watch Back to the Future. You can even dress up like the characters, or recreate some of the iconic scenes.

LISTEN

Listen to the soundtrack

Put together a playlist of all of your favorite songs from the soundtrack and listen while you enjoy all of Back to the Future’s classic hits, like “The Power of Love” and “Johnny B. Goode”.

VISIT

Visit Universal Studios

If you're lucky enough to live close to Universal Studios in Hollywood, head on over and check out their annual celebration of Back to the Future Day. Take pictures in front of their iconic DeLorean time machine and grab a bite at one of their themed restaurants.

Go hoverboarding

Grab a hoverboard (or make your own!) and get ready for an epic ride through town. Get creative with your moves; try some tricks, dance around, and have fun!

HOST

Host a trivia night

Host a Back to the Future themed trivia night at home or in your office. If you think you know it all, challenge your friends and see who is the biggest fan.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love Back to the Future Day

It promotes nostalgia

Whether you grew up watching the original trilogy or are revisiting these timeless classics now, celebrating Back to the Future Day is sure to evoke feelings of nostalgia for fans of all ages. It's also a great chance to introduce newer generations to this incredible franchise so they can experience some of the same magic!

It celebrates a classic movie

The Back to the Future series was a groundbreaking movie trilogy that charmed audiences around the world. It's an iconic hero's journey story with a comedic twist, and has become a pop culture phenomenon for generations of fans.

It brings people together

It's amazing how just one event can bring so many different types of people together. On Back to the Future Day, you'll find old fans reminiscing about their favorite moments from the movies as well as new fans ready to experience it for the first time - all united in their admiration for this classic series!