International Chocolate Day takes place every year on 13 September, a date chosen to mark the birthday of chocolate pioneer Milton S. Hershey, who was born on 13 September 1857. Recognised by the United States National Confectioners Association, the day invites chocolate lovers everywhere to celebrate one of the world's most beloved treats, from a...
National Hug Your Boss Day takes place on Sunday, 13 September 2026. The day encourages employees to show genuine appreciation for the managers and leaders they work with, and was created to improve relationships, morale and goodwill in the workplace. Despite the name, it is far more about gratitude than literal hugging. How to Celebrate...
Balance Awareness Week 2026 takes place from Sunday 13 September to Saturday 19 September 2026. The annual global campaign is led by the Vestibular Disorders Association (VeDA) and dedicated to raising awareness of vestibular disorders, the often invisible conditions that cause vertigo, dizziness, balance loss, and chronic imbalance for millions of people worldwide. What is...
In a world that never seems to pause, National Quiet Day offers a rare invitation: to embrace silence, slow down, and tune in to the sounds - or lack of them - around us. Observed annually on September 14, this day encourages people to step away from the noise, both literal and mental, and rediscover...
National Cream Filled Donut Day is celebrated every year on 14 September across the United States. The day honours the indulgent family of cream-filled donuts, from the chocolate-glazed Boston cream to custard, Bavarian, lemon and strawberry varieties. In 2026 it falls on Monday, 14 September. How to Celebrate National Cream Filled Donut Day This is...
National Rosa Tequila Day falls on Monday 14 September 2026. The day celebrates rosa tequila, the pink-hued spirit made by ageing tequila in red wine barrels, and gives fans of the drink a reason to gather, mix cocktails and toast to one of the agave world's most photogenic creations. It is an informal, industry-driven celebration...
National Boss/Employee Exchange Day falls on Monday, 14 September 2026, the Monday after Labor Day in the United States. The day invites managers and their team members to swap roles for the day so each can experience the responsibilities, pressures, and small victories of the other's job. It is a light-hearted workplace observance designed to...
National Eat A Hoagie Day falls on Monday, 14 September 2026, and celebrates one of America's best-loved sandwiches. A hoagie is a long bread roll packed with cold cuts, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion and a drizzle of oil and seasoning, and this food day gives fans across the United States an excuse to build, order...
Each year, something wonderfully simple turns powerful: people wear denim to work, school, or out in the world - not for fashion, but for impact. Jeans for Genes Day is a nationwide fundraising event that uses the humble pair of jeans to support children living with genetic conditions. It’s proof that small acts, like changing...
Sexual Health Week 2026 takes place from Monday 14 September to Sunday 20 September 2026. The week is led by the sexual health charity Brook, and this year’s theme is Let’s Connect! What is Sexual Health Week 2026? At a time when the world is at our fingertips, why are so many people feeling detached...
Year Dates Status 2026 14-20 September 2026 Confirmed (official) 2027 TBC Not yet announced World Mitochondrial Disease Week is variable - dates are announced annually by International Mito Patients, typically falling in the third week of September. World Mitochondrial Disease Week 2026 runs from 14 to 20 September, bringing together patients, families, healthcare professionals, and...
National Eczema Week is an annual campaign aimed at raising awareness about eczema, a chronic skin condition that affects millions of people in the UK and worldwide. This week is dedicated to educating the public about the challenges faced by those living with eczema, providing resources and support, and promoting research into better treatments and...
Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is one of the most widely celebrated Hindu festivals in the world. In 2026, the festival begins on 14 September and runs for ten days until Ganesh Visarjan (the immersion ceremony) on 23 September. The festival marks the birth anniversary of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity revered across...
Get Ready Day is an annual public health observance held on the third Tuesday of September, falling on Tuesday, 15 September 2026. Organised by the American Public Health Association (APHA), the day encourages individuals, families, and communities across the United States to prepare for emergencies and disasters of all kinds, from hurricanes and floods to...
National IT Professionals Day takes place on Tuesday, 15 September 2026. Held on the third Tuesday of September each year, the day recognises the information technology professionals who keep computers, networks, and digital systems running. It was created by the software company SolarWinds in 2015 to give long overdue recognition to a workforce that usually...
National Africa Civility Day takes place each year on 15 September. It is an observance dedicated to promoting civility, respect, kindness and good conduct, and it is often linked to recognising humanitarian work and the people who help others in difficult circumstances. In 2026 the day falls on Tuesday, 15 September. What is National Africa...
Costa Rica Independence Day is the national holiday marking the country's separation from Spanish colonial rule, celebrated every year on 15 September. It commemorates the signing of the Act of Independence of Central America in 1821, which declared Costa Rica and its neighbours free of the Spanish Empire. The day is one of the most...
Honduras Independence Day is celebrated every year on 15 September, marking the date in 1821 when Honduras and its Central American neighbours broke free from Spanish colonial rule. It is the country's most important national holiday, observed with parades, marching bands, and patriotic ceremonies in every town and city across the nation. The Story Behind...
National Felt Hat Day falls on 15 September each year and marks the traditional moment when stylish dressers once packed away their lightweight summer straw hats and brought out their warmer felt ones. The observance celebrates a curious slice of American fashion history, when the calendar dictated what you could and could not wear on...
National Linguine Day falls on 15 September each year, celebrating one of Italy's most beloved pasta shapes. The day gives pasta lovers everywhere an excuse to cook up a favourite linguine dish, explore new recipes, and honour a pasta with centuries of history behind it. How to Celebrate National Linguine Day Whether you are a...
National Voter Registration Day is a non-partisan civic holiday in the United States dedicated to helping eligible Americans register to vote and check their existing registration. In 2026 it falls on Tuesday, 15 September. Held each September, the day brings thousands of organisations together for a single coordinated push to grow the electorate ahead of...