National Proofreading Day

March 8, Friday

National Proofreading Day is an annual holiday celebrated on March 8 that celebrates the art of proofreading, the careful checking of texts for errors, and the importance of literacy and clear communication. The day is designed to highlight the importance of careful proofreading in working with texts, whether it is business documents, creative materials, or everyday communication.

How to Celebrate National Proofreading Day
Learning and training. Many people use this day to improve their proofreading skills, for example by taking copyediting courses or learning grammar rules.

Proofreading. In honor of the holiday, editors, authors, and anyone who works with texts pay extra attention to proofreading and editing documents.

Contests and promotions. Some companies and educational institutions hold proofreading and literacy contests, rewarding participants who find the most errors in test materials.

Raising awareness. On social media and forums, professionals and enthusiasts share editing and proofreading tips, emphasizing the value of well-written text.

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National Proofreading Day in other years

2021 March 8, Monday
2022 March 8, Tuesday
2023 March 8, Wednesday
2025 March 8, Saturday