Purple Day
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Started in 2008 as a grassroots event to support epilepsy awareness, Purple Day occurs annually on March 26. Because lavender and purple are associated with epilepsy, supporters are encouraged to wear those colors.
Cassidy Megan created Purple Day in 2008. Struggling with the condition herself, she wanted to reach out to educate the world about epilepsy. In 2009 Dylan’s Candy Bar in New York City was host to America’s official launch party of the day. The most common symbol seen on March 26 is a lavender ribbon. Ribbons are used for a number of causes, including red for World AIDS Day.
