Purple Day 2026
If I Can,You Can
This Purple Day on March 26th, we’re launching our ‘If I Can,You Can’ campaign.
If I Can, You Can
If I Can, You Can is all about shining a light on the power of sharing stories, starting conversations, and helping more people understand what living with epilepsy really means and we need you!
We’re inviting you to host an event to share your experience of epilepsy. By telling your story and raising awareness and funds, you can help the Epilepsy Society change lives. You can host your event at work, at your school, in your community…anywhere!
Sign up to host a Purple Day event today and download our brand-new fundraising pack which will make planning your event a piece of cake!
Set up a Fundraising page
Whether you're taking part in a run, hosting a bake sale, or marking a special occasion, setting up a JustGiving page is a simple and powerful way to support people living with epilepsy.
Every pound you raise helps us to transform lives through research, advocacy and care.
Purple Day Inspiration
Want to do something special for Purple Day but not sure what you should do? Don’t worry, we have lots of great ideas to inspire you.
Download your fundraising pack
Our fantastic new fundraising pack is full of helpful advice for planning a perfect Purple Day event!
What is Purple Day?
Purple day was created in 2008 by Cassidy Megan, a young girl from Canada, who has epilepsy and wanted to get people talking about the condition. Cassidy decided to use the colour purple because lavender is recognised as the international flower of epilepsy. Cassidy not only wanted to raise awareness but also assure people with epilepsy that they are not alone.
Purple day has grown to be a global event and we are proud to be an an official Purple Day partner and raise awareness of the impact epilepsy can have on people's lives.
You can make a difference on Purple Day.