Wed 20 May 2026
Wear Orange Wednesday
Wear Orange Wednesday
Wednesday 20 May 2026 - Part of National Volunteer Week (18–24 May)
Wear Orange Wednesday (WOW Day) is the national day of recognition to say 'Thank You' to SES volunteers.
On WOW Day we encourage communities across Australia to wear orange and thank all SES volunteers who generously give their time to help communities during floods, storms and emergencies.
WOW Day celebrations will be held across Australia, all workplaces and organisations are encouraged to host their own WOW Day morning tea or event.
Get involved
- Put up a WOW Day poster
- Host a WOW Day morning tea
- Wear orange on Wednesday, 20 May
- Post your WOW Day photos on social media using the hashtag #ThankYouSES
For WOW Day tips and resources, visit ses.sa.gov.au/wow