September 2025 Events and Celebrations
This month brings in a different kind of new beginnings, as the back-to-school season starts. People let go of their carefree summer attitude and start getting ready for the season of autumn.
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National Welsh Rarebit Day
National Welsh Rarebit Day is observed annually on September 3rd. What is a rarebit? It is actually a Welsh term for “rabbit”.
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Milad un Nabi (Mawlid) (Muslim)
Mawlid is the observance of the birthday of Islamic prophet Muhammad which is commemorated in Rabi' al-awwal, the third month in the Islamic calendar.
World Sexual Health Day
Annually observed on September 4 since 2010, World Sexual Health Day (WSHD) is an awareness day managed by the World Association for Sexual Health (WAS), a global advocacy organization committed to promoting best practices in sexual health.
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International Day of Charity
The prime purpose of the International Day of Charity is to raise awareness and provide a common platform for charity related activities all over the world.
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International Literacy Day
8 September was declared international literacy day by UNESCO on 26 October 1966 at 14th session of UNESCO's General conference.
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Swap Ideas Day
Swap Ideas Day, which is observed annually on September 10th, encourages us to share a creative or helpful idea with someone and trade them for their ideas in return. Throughout the day, generate ideas that lead to solutions and new products, or influence on social media with #NationalSwapIdeasDay.
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National Day of Service and Remembrance
This federally-recognized day of unity and charitable service is observed annually on the anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Americans across the country are called to volunteer in their local communities in tribute of the lives lost, the service of first responders and defenders of freedom.
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National Video Games Day
National Video Games Day is observed annually on Sept 12 and gamers enjoy this day with much pride and enthusiasm. On this special day, invite your friends over for a round of your favorite multiplayer game, hit an arcade to revisit the classics or treat yourself to a newly released game or console.
National Day of Encouragement
The National Day of Encouragement in the United States was announced in 2007 and occurs annually on September 12. The day is dedicated to uplifting those around us and making a positive impact. Make sure to use #Nationaldayofencouragement on social media and continue encouraging others beyond this.
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International Programmers Day
On the 256th day of each year, this day honors all programmers, as there is hardly a person in the civilized world who doesn't benefit from their work. The number 256 is distinct to programmers. Represented by an eight-bit byte 256 equals 2 to the eighth. It is officially recognized in Russia.
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International Day of Democracy
United Nations General Assembly observe 15 September as the International Day of Democracy with the purpose of promoting and upholding the principles of democracy and invited member states and organizations to commemorate the day in an appropriate manner that contributes to raising public awareness.
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National IT Professionals Day
Observed annually every third Tuesday in September, National IT Professionals Day is set aside to honor the venerable geeks and unsung heroes of the world who we all rely on to keep us connected. On this day, remember to say thank you other IT Professionals and share #ITProDay on your social media.
International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer
Designated by the United Nations General Assembly as the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer, in commemoration of the date when nations signed the Montreal Protocol. On this day, try to champion sustainability and clean energy, or even better, practice it in your daily life!
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Still's Disease Awareness Day
Still’s Disease Awareness Day was established to celebrate Still’s patients globally, annually on September 17th. The goal is to increase awareness and education about Still’s so we can expedite diagnosis, improve disease management, and help patients explain their disease to others.
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National Cheeseburger Day
This day honors of one of the most iconic and delicious examples of American cuisine, and has been taking place every year since the early part of the Roaring 20s era. To celebrate this day, grill up some cheeseburgers for your friends and family, or visit your favorite burger joint to indulge!
World Water Monitoring Day
The program aims to build public awareness and involvement in protecting water resources around the world by empowering citizens to carry out basic monitoring of their local water bodies. Join 1.5 million participants globally by uploading results from your test kits onto the EarthEcho database,
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International Talk Like a Pirate Day
A parodic holiday created in 1995 by John Baur and Mark Summers, of Albany, Oregon, U.S. They proclaimed September 19th of each year as the day when everyone in the world should talk like a pirate. An observer of this holiday would greet friends not with with "Ahoy, maties!" or "Ahoy, me hearties!".
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National Rum Punch Day
This holiday celebrates the enjoyment of rum punch. Rum punch is an age old recipe, made by distilling fermented sugar from sugar cane and is fermented from cane juice or molasses. On National Rum Punch Day, why not have yourself a punch party and share a bowl of rum punch between your friends!
Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest is the world's largest beer celebration and typically draws over six million visitors over its three-week run. Oktoberfest includes massive beer tents, each run by a different Bavarian brewer, as well as amusement rides and activities.
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International Day of Peace (World)
The International Day of Peace, sometimes unofficially known as World Peace Day, is observed annually on 21 September. The UN General Assembly has declared this to be devoted to strengthening ideals of peace among all nations and peoples through observing 24 hours of non-violence and cease-fire.
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First Day of Fall
The autumnal equinox—also called the September or fall equinox—is the astronomical start of fall in the Northern Hemisphere and spring in the Southern Hemisphere. Due to differences between the calendar year and the tropical year, this equinox can occur at any time between September 21 and 24.
Car Free Day
Car Free Day, which is celebrated on September 22, encourages motorists to give up their cars for a day. Organized events are held in some cities and countries, to the environment and reflect on the use of public transport. On this day, why not try using a bicycle or public transport to commute!
Rosh Hashanah -Jewish
Rosh Hashanah, literally meaning the "head [of] the year", is the Jewish New Year. The biblical name for this holiday is Yom Teruah, literally "day of shouting or blasting". It is the first of the Jewish High Holy Days specified by Leviticus 23:23–32.
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International Celebrate Bisexuality Day
September 23 has been celebrated globally as Bi Visibility Day since 1999. The day aims to provide a platform to the bisexual community and their supporters and to bring global attention to the social, economic and cultural prejudices and challenges faced by bisexual people.
International Day of Sign Languages
International Day of Sign Languages (IDSL) is celebrated annually across the world on 23 September every year along with International Week of the Deaf. This day aims to raise awareness on the importance of preserving sign languages in realization of the human rights of people who are deaf.
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Rosh Hashanah (End)
Rosh Hashanah, literally meaning the "head [of] the year", is the Jewish New Year. The biblical name for this holiday is Yom Teruah, literally "day of shouting or blasting". It is the first of the Jewish High Holy Days specified by Leviticus 23:23–32 that occur.
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National Tune-Up Day
It is recommended that homeowners tune up their heating systems every year in advance of seasonal changes to ensure that they operate efficiently. This includes removing dust and dirt in your vents, making sure your vents are not blocked or leaking and ensuring fuel-jets are working correctly.
Fast of Gedaliah
The Fast of Gedalia, also transliterated from the Hebrew language as Gedaliah or Gedalya(h), is a minor Jewish fast day from dawn until dusk to lament the assassination of the righteous governor of Judah. His murder ended Jewish autonomy following the destruction of the First Temple.
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Lumberjack Day
The history of this celebration dates back to the mid-2000s when Marianne Ways and Colleen AF Venable decided it was time to celebrate the archetypal woodsman, the lumberjack. To celebrate this day, dress up in your favorite plaid shirt and invite your friends over for a lumberjack themed party!
National Pancake Day
This food holiday is observed each year on September 26. To celebrate, whip up a batch of pancakes to share with your friends and family or order up a stack of syrupy goodness from your favorite diner. Don't forget to share your experience or recipes with #NationalPancakeDay on social media!
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World Tourism Day
World Tourism Day (WTD) is held annually on 27 September. Its purpose is to foster awareness among the international community of the importance of tourism and its social, cultural, political and economic value.
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International Right to Know Day
This is an international day of recognition designated by the UNESCO General Conference, inaugurated in November 2015 and was first held on 28 September 2016. Its aim was to raise awareness on universal access to information so that everyone has the right to seek, receive and impart information.
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World Heart Day
The World Heart Foundation organizes World Heart Day, celebrated globally on September 29 to inform people about cardiovascular diseases and promote preventative measures to reduce its risk. Share #UseHeart on social media to share healthy lifestyle changes and influence your social circle.
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International Podcast Day
International Podcast Day on September 30th celebrates the influence of podcasts. Use this day to connect with fellow podcasters, podcast listeners and podcast enthusiasts. To celebrate, catch up with your favorite podcast, or take some time to discover new podcasts that tickle your fancy!
About the month of September
As the last of the warm months before winter, September is all about hot, cozy drinks, fall weather, and sweaters and jumpers.The month also marks the beginning of the ecclesiastical year in the Orthodox calendar.
The birth flowers for September are forget-me-nots and morning glories, and the month’s birthstone is the sapphire which symbolizes clear thinking. September, as its birthstone suggests, is a time to start fresh and bid adieu to the holidays and get back to the work of things, the daily routine and structure. Additional September holidays include Islamic New Year, International Peace Day, Labour Day and more.
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