10/01/2026
National Community Planning Month is celebrated every October to recognize the vital role that urban and regional planners and thoughtful local planning play in building vibrant, sustainable communities. Established by the American Planning Association, this annual observance highlights how good planning helps create communities that are safer and more resilient against challenges; more equitable and inclusive for all residents; more economically prosperous and forward-thinking; and focused on improving overall quality of life through better design, mobility, and resource protection!