It’s always great to throw a curveball into the mix and those come in the form of other quirky observances that add a touch of humour and lightheartedness to our recap.
At this point, you may have missed World Ozone Day – a day that raises awareness about the protection of the ozone layer, marked by environmental campaigns worldwide – on Monday, September 16, that shares a day of recognition with Mexican Independence Day – a major holiday celebrating Mexico's independence from Spain that’s marked with festivities across Mexico and Mexican communities globally.
There are several other days and observances for September. Here are some holidays observed this week between September 18 and 25. See you next week.
SEPTEMBER 18
World Bamboo Day
A day to promote the sustainable use of bamboo and raise awareness about its environmental and economic significance.
SEPTEMBER 19
International Talk Like a Pirate Day
A fun and playful day where people worldwide speak in pirate slang, celebrating pirate culture with phrases like ‘Arrr!’ and ‘Ahoy, matey!’
SEPTEMBER 21
International Day of Peace (UN)
A globally observed day dedicated to promoting peace and conflict resolution.
World Alzheimer’s Day
Raises awareness about Alzheimer's disease and dementia, encouraging understanding and support for those affected.
Miniature Golf Day
A day dedicated to the fun pastime of mini golf. Perfect for enthusiasts of this quirky, scaled-down version of traditional golf.
SEPTEMBER 22
World Rhino Day
World Rhino Day is one dedicated to the focus on the conservation of rhinoceroses, raising awareness about the dangers they face, particularly from poaching.
Rose Day
An observation of the welfare of cancer patients. Rose Day is dedicated to spreading hope and positivity to cancer patients, symbolized by the rose flower.
Hobbit Day
Celebrated by fans of JRR Tolkien’s ‘The Lord of the Rings’ series, this day marks the birthdays of both Bilbo and Frodo Baggins, characters from Middle Earth.
SEPTEMBER 23
Autumnal Equinox
Marks the first day of fall in the Northern Hemisphere, a time when day and night are approximately equal.
SEPTEMBER 24
World Maritime Day
This day is celebrated by the International Maritime Organization to promote safety, security, and environmental protection in global maritime industries.
National Punctuation Day (US)
A quirky celebration of the proper use of punctuation marks like commas, periods, and semicolons. Ideal for grammar enthusiasts.
SEPTEMBER 25
World Pharmacists Day
A day in recognition of the role pharmacists play in healthcare and promote their importance in improving global health.
