Every year in September, Vascular Disease Awareness Month brings vital attention to health conditions affecting the body’s arteries, veins, and blood vessels. It highlights issues like peripheral artery disease (PAD), deep vein thrombosis (DVT), aneurysms, varicose veins, and blood clots. Across communities worldwide, governments, medical professionals, and individuals unite to promote awareness, prevention, early detection,...
Every September, Prostate Cancer Awareness Month brings together global communities - healthcare providers, survivors, researchers, and families - to shine a spotlight on a cancer that affects millions of men. It is a time of education, conversation, screening, and compassion. During this month, we unite to raise awareness, encourage early detection, support those facing prostate...
Sourdough September is a dedicated celebration of all things sourdough, highlighting the art, science, and joy of baking with this ancient form of leavening. Whether you’re an experienced baker or just getting started, Sourdough September invites everyone to explore the world of wild yeast and flour through hands-on experiences, educational resources, and community events. This...
Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month runs from Tuesday, 1 September to Wednesday, 30 September 2026. Promoted by the Foundation for Women's Cancer (FWC), the official foundation of the Society of Gynecologic Oncology, the month raises awareness of the five main gynaecological cancers: cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar. It encourages women to understand symptoms, screening options,...
NICU Awareness Month takes place throughout September every year and recognises the work of neonatal intensive care units, the families whose babies are cared for in them, and the medical teams who staff them. The month aims to build community, share resources, and give a voice to families navigating one of the most difficult experiences...
International Update Your Resume Month takes place throughout September 2026. It is an annual observance that encourages working professionals and job seekers around the world to refresh their CV before the busy autumn hiring season begins. The campaign was created by Career Directors International to remind people that a strong, current resume is worth maintaining...
Intelligent Automation Month runs throughout September 2026, beginning on Tuesday, 1 September and continuing until Wednesday, 30 September. Founded by the software company ABBYY, the month-long observance raises awareness of intelligent automation: the combination of artificial intelligence, business process automation and data analysis that is changing how organisations of every size work. What is Intelligent...
International Square Dancing Month takes place throughout September each year, and in 2026 it runs from Tuesday 1 September to Wednesday 30 September. Also known as National Square Dance Month in the United States, the observance encourages people of all ages to take to the dance floor, learn a few calls, and discover one of...
Chiari Awareness Month takes place throughout September each year, including in 2026. The month is dedicated to raising awareness of Chiari malformation, a serious neurological condition in which part of the brain pushes down into the spinal canal. Organisations, patients, families and clinicians use the month to educate the public, fund research and support the...
Fairtrade Fortnight is a significant annual event that promotes and celebrates the principles of fair trade. In this article, we'll explore what Fairtrade Fortnight is all about, when it occurs, how to get involved, its history, and event hashtags that allow you to join the movement for fair trade. What is Fairtrade Fortnight? Fairtrade Fortnight...
World Reflexology Week is an annual global event dedicated to raising awareness about reflexology, a complementary therapy that involves applying pressure to specific points on the feet, hands, or ears to promote relaxation, improve circulation, and support overall well-being. Reflexologists believe that these points correspond to different organs and systems in the body, and stimulating...
Every autumn, as temperatures start to dip and leaves fall from the trees, gardeners, conservationists, and foragers celebrate Seed Gathering Season - a natural time to collect, share, and sow the building blocks of future growth. Whether you’re preserving heritage varieties, restoring wild habitats, or planting your spring garden, this season offers a meaningful connection...
World Environmental Health Day takes place on Saturday, 26 September 2026. Organised by the International Federation of Environmental Health (IFEH), it raises awareness of how the environment around us shapes human health, from the air we breathe to the water we drink and the conditions in which we live and work. Each year the day...
Fish Amnesty Day takes place on Saturday, 26 September 2026. Created by the animal rights organisation PETA, the day asks people to recognise fish as intelligent, sentient animals that feel pain, and to reconsider the way they are treated. It is observed internationally and falls on the fourth Saturday of September each year. What is...
World Cassowary Day takes place on Saturday, 26 September 2026, drawing global attention to one of the world's most extraordinary and endangered birds. The cassowary is a large, flightless rainforest bird native to Australia, New Guinea and surrounding islands, and this annual day highlights its vital role in keeping tropical forests alive, as well as...
Every September 27, fans of crispy cutlets and rich, aromatic sauce celebrate one of Japan’s most beloved comfort foods: katsu curry. National Katsu Curry Day is a delicious tribute to the fusion dish that brings together golden breaded meat and savory Japanese curry, often served with rice and pickles. It’s a celebration of culinary culture,...
The French Community Holiday, known in French as the Fête de la Communauté française de Belgique, is the official celebration of the French-speaking community of Belgium. It falls on 27 September each year and commemorates the decisive moment in the Belgian Revolution of 1830, when revolutionary forces drove Dutch troops out of Brussels. The day...
National No Excuses Day takes place every year on 27 September. The day encourages people to set aside the reasons they give for putting things off and instead take action, reconnect with the people they care about, and make the most of their time. In 2026 it falls on Sunday, 27 September. What is National...
Every year on September 28, the world observes World Rabies Day to raise awareness about rabies prevention, promote vaccination efforts, and push toward a future where no one dies from this preventable disease. This date marks the death anniversary of Louis Pasteur, who developed the first rabies vaccine. What is World Rabies Day? World Rabies...
International Poke Day takes place every year on 28 September, celebrating the Hawaiian dish of seasoned raw fish that has grown from a fishermen's snack into a global food phenomenon. The day was created by Angela Wong, co-founder of the restaurant Splash Poke in Edmonton, Canada, as a way to honour poke's heritage and its...
The International Day for Universal Access to Information takes place every year on 28 September. Led by UNESCO and recognised by the United Nations, the day promotes the right of every person to seek, receive and share information held by public bodies, and highlights the laws and practices that make government transparency possible. In 2026...