Get involved
The COVID-19 pandemic impacted many of us in different ways.
There are lots of ways to take part in the Day of Reflection to suit you and how you’d like to remember and reflect.
2026 Day of Reflection events
Use our interactive map or event list to see how communities near you marked the Day of Reflection 2026.
Other ways to get involved
Planning or attending events is not the only way to take part. Here are some ideas for activities that people and groups have used before.
- Making a ‘mini memorial’ to place in your window or elsewhere to spread awareness.
- Lighting a candle in memory of someone you have lost.
- Holding a moment of silent reflection for others.
- Sharing memories or photos of loved ones or writing your experiences down.
- Donating to a charity that helped you or your community during the pandemic.
- Signing an online book of remembrance, to leave a digital tribute.
- Performing an act of kindness for a friend, family member or neighbour.
- Donating to a charity that helped you or your community during the pandemic. For charities in England and Wales, check the charity register.