September Holidays, Food Holidays & Daily Observances
September is packed with reasons to celebrate—from the arrival of fall and familiar food favorites to national holidays, awareness days and some wonderfully unusual observances. Here's a collection of September holidays, food celebrations and special days worth knowing about.
Monthly Food Themes
🍗 National Chicken Month
🍚 National Rice Month
🥔 National Potato Month
🍄 National Mushroom Month
🍯 National Honey Month
September Holidays & Observances
First Monday of the month– Labor Day
A federal holiday honoring the contributions of American workers.
Celebrated with parades, cookouts, and the symbolic “end of summer.”
September 4 – National Wildlife Day
Raises awareness for endangered species and conservation efforts.
September 8 – International Literacy Day
Promotes literacy as a basic human right and a foundation for lifelong learning.
September 11 – Patriot Day (U.S.)
Day of remembrance for the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
September 15 – International Day of Democracy
Encourages protection and promotion of democratic principles worldwide.
September 17 – Constitution Day (U.S.)
Commemorates the signing of the U.S. Constitution in 1787.
September 21 – International Day of Peace
Focuses on non-violence, global unity, and peace-building activities.
September 22 – Autumn Equinox (First Day of Fall, Northern Hemisphere)
Day and night are roughly equal in length, marking the official shift into autumn.
September 23 – Bi Visibility Day
Raises awareness and visibility for bisexual people, celebrating their contributions and challenges.
September 27 – World Tourism Day
Highlights tourism’s role in cultural exchange, economic growth, and sustainable development.
September 29 – World Heart Day
Promotes heart health awareness and the importance of lifestyle choices in preventing heart disease.