October 28th is the day we officially celebrate Plush Animal Lover’s Day and International Animation Day.
Welcome to the 301st day of the year! We’re rapidly approaching the end of the year, but first, who’s excited for Halloween?
Find out the most need-to-know facts and historical events that all occurred on this unique day – October 28th.
Did you know that on this day, October 28, 1858, Macy’s opened their first department store in New York? On their first day of business, the company made $11.08, equivalent to $326.82 in today’s money.
Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about October 28th in history!
Historical Events
What memorable events happened on October 28 in history? Keep reading to find out!
The Universidad Santo Tomás de Aquino was founded in the Dominican Republic.
It was the first higher education institution formed in the New World; however, it wasn't officially recognized until 1558. The University still functions and is called the Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo.
Famous Birthdays
Are you celebrating your birthday today? If so, did you know that you share the same birthday as Julia Roberts? See what other famous people were born on this day.
1955
Bill Gates
American Business Magnate
1955
Bill Gates
American Business Magnate
Age
70 years old
Born IN
Washington, USA
Chinese Zodiac
Year of the Goat
1949
Caitlyn Jenner
American Media Personality
1949
Caitlyn Jenner
American Media Personality
Age
76 years old
Born IN
New York, USA
Chinese Zodiac
Year of the Ox
1967
Julia Roberts
American Actress
1967
Julia Roberts
American Actress
Age
58 years old
Born IN
Georgia, USA
Chinese Zodiac
Year of the Goat
1982
Matt Smith
English Actor
1982
Matt Smith
English Actor
Age
43 years old
Born IN
England, UK
Chinese Zodiac
Year of the Dog
1972
Brad Paisley
American Singer
1972
Brad Paisley
American Singer
Age
53 years old
Born IN
West Virginia, USA
Chinese Zodiac
Year of the Rat
Born on This Day
Everyone who was born on October 28 shares the same star sign, Scorpio.
Scorpios are often misunderstood due to their harsh and fiery nature. However, they’re actually highly emotional and crave intimacy.
People born during October have the Pink Tourmaline birthstone. Ancient Egyptians believed that tourmaline came in so many different colors because it traveled across a rainbow during its creation, picking up all of its colors along the way.
If you were born on October 28th, your estimated date of conception would be February 4th in the same year.
A baby that is conceived on October 28th, 2026, will likely be due next year around July 21st.
Famous Deaths
Unfortunately, October 28th has also been a day where we've had to say some goodbyes over the years…
1632 — 1704
John Locke
1632 — 1704
John Locke
English philosopher John Locke was born on August 29, 1632. He died on this day in 1704, at age 72, in High Laver, England, UK.
Special Holidays
Are you looking for something to do today? Well, here's a few special days that might just give you some ideas.
United States
Plush Animal Lover’s Day
If you ever got out all your plush toys and played imaginary games with them or just enjoyed collecting them all on your shelf, then today is a day for you! Plush Animal Lover’s Day is the perfect opportunity to embrace your inner child, so get your plushies out today and have a play!
World
International Animation Day
Today in 1892, Charles-Émile Reynaud publicly presented the world’s first animation, “Pantomimes Lumineuses.” Today we honor this first attempt and all forms of animation made since, so pick out your favorite cartoon and watch it as much as you want today!
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Days Until
Your countdown to 2026's upcoming special days!
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