El Grito de Lares, or the Cry of Lares, is commemorated in Puerto Rico on 23 September each year. In 2026 it falls on a Wednesday. The day marks the anniversary of the 1868 armed uprising against Spanish colonial rule, an event widely regarded as the most important symbol of the Puerto Rican struggle for...
National AFM Day takes place on Wednesday, 23 September 2026. The day raises awareness of acute flaccid myelitis, a rare but serious neurological condition that affects the spinal cord and can cause sudden muscle weakness, most often in children. It encourages education, supports affected families, and promotes funding for research into a condition that still...
National Field Marketer's Day takes place every year on 23 September. It is a workplace recognition day dedicated to field marketers, the professionals who represent brands face to face at events, trade shows, product demonstrations and activations. The day was launched in 2021 by the event marketing technology company Splash to give long-overdue credit to...
Education Technology Day takes place on Wednesday, 23 September 2026. The day recognises the digital tools that support learning and the professionals who design, deploy, and maintain them, from classroom devices and learning platforms to the technical teams who keep everything running. It is an opportunity to reflect on how technology has reshaped teaching and...
National Snack Stick Day falls on Wednesday, 23 September 2026, celebrating the portable, protein-packed smoked meat sticks that fill lunchboxes, gym bags and desk drawers across the United States. The food holiday was created in 2016 by the Klement Sausage Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and is observed every year on the same fixed date. It...
National Apple Cider Vinegar Day is celebrated every year on 23 September, falling on a Wednesday in 2026. The day champions one of the kitchen's most versatile staples, encouraging people to discover apple cider vinegar's uses in cooking, cleaning, and everyday wellness. It was created in 2021 by Bragg Live Food Products, the company most...
The International Day of Sign Languages falls on Wednesday, 23 September 2026, as part of the International Week of the Deaf (21 to 27 September). The United Nations proclaimed 23 September as the International Day of Sign Languages in December 2017, choosing the date to mark the founding of the World Federation of the Deaf...
The International Day of Birmingham is a global celebration that unites cities named Birmingham from around the world. This annual event seeks to highlight the shared heritage, culture, and community spirit of Birminghams, no matter their geographic location. The day will feature festivities, cultural exchanges, and virtual events to strengthen bonds between cities and celebrate...
National Punctuation Day is an annual celebration dedicated to the importance of proper punctuation in writing. This quirky and educational day highlights the role that punctuation marks like commas, periods, question marks, and exclamation points play in clear communication. National Punctuation Day is a time to reflect on the rules of punctuation, appreciate well-crafted sentences,...
Hidden Heroes Day is a powerful moment each year to pay tribute to the dedicated professionals working behind the scenes in UK prisons, immigration removal centres (IRCs), probation, and youth justice services. These unsung individuals often go unseen - but on this day, we honour their vital contributions, express gratitude, and acknowledge the challenges they...
Youth Mental Health Day is a UK awareness day created by digital mental health charity stem4 to encourage young people to talk about their mental health and access support. The day takes place each September. In 2026 the observance falls on Thursday 24 September. What is Youth Mental Health Day? Youth Mental Health Day (YMHD)...
Citizenship Day, known in French as the Fête de la Citoyenneté or Journée de la citoyenneté calédonienne, is a public holiday observed across New Caledonia every year on 24 September. In 2026 it falls on Thursday, 24 September. The day marks the anniversary of France taking possession of the archipelago in 1853 and has since...
Heritage Day is a South African public holiday celebrated each year on 24 September, when people across the country mark the cultural traditions, languages, and histories that make up the nation. In 2026 it falls on Thursday, 24 September. The day invites all South Africans to recognise and honour the diversity of their society, often...
National Horchata Day falls on 24 September each year, celebrating the sweet, cinnamon-spiced rice drink loved across Mexico, Spain, Latin America and the United States. The day invites people to raise a glass of horchata, learn about its centuries-old history, and discover the regional variations that have made it one of the world's most beloved...
World Gorilla Day takes place every year on 24 September. It is a global day of awareness dedicated to protecting gorillas and their forest habitats, encouraging people everywhere to learn about these great apes and support the conservation work keeping them from extinction. In 2026 it falls on Thursday, 24 September. What is World Gorilla...
National Cherries Jubilee Day is celebrated every year on 24 September, falling on Thursday, 24 September in 2026. The day honours cherries jubilee, an elegant flambeed dessert of cherries simmered in syrup and liqueur, set alight at the table and spooned over vanilla ice cream. It is a chance to revisit a classic dish with...
National Mofongo Day takes place on Thursday 24 September 2026. It is an annual food celebration honouring mofongo, the garlicky mashed plantain dish that stands at the heart of Puerto Rican cooking. The date sits deliberately within Hispanic Heritage Month, turning a single plate of food into a wider celebration of Caribbean culture and identity....
Guinea-Bissau Independence Day is the national day of the Republic of Guinea-Bissau, observed every year on 24 September. It marks the date in 1973 when the African Party for the Independence of Guinea and Cape Verde (PAIGC) unilaterally declared the West African territory independent from Portuguese colonial rule. In 2026 the day falls on Thursday,...
International Age Diversity Day takes place on 24 September each year, and in 2026 it falls on Thursday, 24 September. The day celebrates people of all generations in the workplace and raises awareness of the value that age diversity brings to teams and organisations. It encourages employers to challenge age-related bias and to recognise the...
Lash Stylists' Day takes place every year on 24 September, celebrating the skilled professionals who apply eyelash extensions, perform lash lifts, and help millions of clients feel confident. Founded by the Polish brand Noble Lashes in 2018, it has become a fixture in the international beauty calendar, recognising lash artistry as a craft in its...
International Ataxia Awareness Day is an annual event dedicated to raising awareness about ataxia, a rare neurological disorder that affects coordination, balance, and speech. This global day of recognition aims to increase public understanding of ataxia, highlight the challenges faced by those living with the condition, and promote research towards finding effective treatments and ultimately...