September Holidays & Fun Observances: From Pizza Parties to Patriot Day
Ah, September - the month where summer takes a bow, pumpkin spice lattes make their grand return, and sweaters start sneaking out of the closet. But did you know September is also jam-packed with quirky, meaningful, and downright delicious holidays? Whether you're into history, food, or simply need a reason to celebrate, this month has something for everyone.
From honoring heroes to enjoying pizza slices, September strikes the perfect balance between meaningful and playful. It's a month where you can both reflect on history and throw a themed party! Plus, with cooler weather rolling in, it's the perfect time to cozy up with a latte, a podcast, or a calendar full of quirky celebrations.
Whether you're celebrating Labor Day with a backyard cookout, hopping on your bike for World Car-Free Day, or indulging in an extra slice of pizza, September is a reminder that there's always something to celebrate.
September Birthstone:
The traditional birthstone for September is Sapphire. But there is also an alternate birthstone for September - Lapis Lazuli.
September Birth Flower:
The birth flowers for September are the Aster and the Morning Glory.
ASTER:
MORNING GLORY:
September Zodiac:
VIRGO (AUGUST 23 – SEPTEMBER 22)
LIBRA (SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 22)
Color: Most famously sapphires are a deep royal blue, but they come in pink, yellow, green, purple, and there are even color-changing varieties! The one color you won't find is red - that would be a ruby.
Symbolism: Sapphires represent wisdom, loyalty, nobility and truth. It was once believed they could protect against envy and harm.
Origins: This gemstone is mined in countries like Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Madagascar, Australia and even in the USA (Montana).
Fun Fact: In the Middle Ages, clergy wore blue sapphires to symbolize heaven, and warriors wore them for protection in battle. One of the most famous sapphires in the world is Princess Diana's engagement ring, which now belongs to Kate Middleton.
Color: A rich, intense royal blue with flecks or golden pyrite that look like stars in the night sky.
Symbolism: Lapis Lazuli is often associated with wisdom, truth and inner peace. Ancient Egyptians believed it offered protection in the afterlife.
Origins: Historically moned in Afghanistan, lapis has been treasured for over 6,000 years!
Fun Fact: Ground lapis was used to create ultramarine, the most expensive and vivid blue pigment of the Renaissance.
Meaning: The aster symbolizes love, wisdom, faith and patience.
Appearance: Asters come in a rainbow of shades with purple, pink, blue and white being the most common.
Fun Fact: In Greek mythology, asters were believed to be tears of the goddess Astraea, who wept when she saw too few stars in the night sky.
Meaning: Morning glories are associated with love, affection, and unfulfilled longing since their blossoms are beautiful but fleeting. They also symbolize resilience because they bloom quickly even in tough conditions.
Appearance: Morning glories are most often blue or purple, but can also be found in pink, red and white. Their petals unfurl in the morning sun and curl up by late afternoon.
Fun Fact: In Victorian times, they symbolized unrequited or unfulfilled love due to their short lifespan.
Symbol: The Virgin - representing purity, service, and attention to detail.
Element: Earth - practical, grounded and dependable.
Traits: Analytical, organized, reliable, perfectionist, health-conscious, thoughtful, sometimes overly critical (because they wants things just right!)
Ruled by: Mercury - the planet of communication, making Virgo's excellent at analyzing, problem-solving, and expressing ideas clearly.
Fun Fact: Virgos are known for their love of routines and checklists, making them the "project managers" of the zodiac.
Symbol: The Scales - representing balance, harmony, and fairness.
Element: Air - intellectual, social, and relationship-focused.
Traits: Charming, diplomatic, romantic, cooperative, artistic, indecisive (they really weigh both sides before making a decision!)
Ruled by: Venus - the planet of love, beauty, and relationships, which explains Libras' appreciation for aesthetics and connection.
Fun Fact: Libras are the only zodiac sign represented by an inanimate object (the scales), instead of a human or an animal. They're also known as natural peacemakers - often the friend everyone goes to for advice.
SEPTEMBER HOLIDAYS AND OBSERVANCES
Monthly Holidays and Observances
Hispanic Heritage Month
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Blood Cancer Awareness Month
Leukemia and Lymphoma Awareness Month
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month
Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month
National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month
National Sickle Cell Awareness Month
Pain Awareness Month
National Recovery Month
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Self-Improvement Month
World Alzheimer's Month
National Preparedness Month
National Service Dog Month
National Chicken Month
National Honey Month
National Mushroom Month
National Rice Month
National Potato Month
National Papaya Month
National Piano Month
Library Card Sign-Up Month
September Daily Holidays and Observances
September 1: Labor Day, Ginger Cat Appreciation Day, National Acne Positivity Day, World Letter Writing Day, National Little Black Dress Day
September 2: World Coconut Day, National Blueberry Popsicle Day, Telephone Tuesday
September 3: Skyscraper Day, U.S. Bowling League Day
September 4: National Wildlife Day, National Macadamia Nut Day, Eat an Extra Dessert Day, World Taekwondo Day
September 5: International Day of Charity, National Food Bank Day, National Cheese Pizza Day, National 401(k) Day
September 6: National Read a Book Day, Fight Procrastination Day, National Coffee Ice Cream Day, National Hummingbird Day
September 7: Grandparents Day, National Beer Lovers Day, National New Hampshire Day, National Salami Day, National Pet Rock Day
September 8: National Dog Walker Appreciation Day, Star Trek Day, International Literacy Day, World Physical Therapy Day
September 9: International Sudoku Day, California Admission Day, National When Pigs Fly Day, International Teddy Bear Day
September 10: World Suicide Prevention Day, Swap Ideas Day, National TV Dinner Day
September 11: Patriot Day, National School Picture Day, National Make Your Bed Day, Libraries Remember Day, New York Fashion Week begins
September 12: National Day of Encouragement, National Video Game Day, National Chocolate Milkshake Day
September 13: National Peanut Day, Bald is Beautiful Day, Positive Thinking Day, National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day, Defy Superstition Day
September 14: National Hug Your Hound Day, National Sober Day, National Virginia Day, National Coloring Day
September 15: First Day of Hispanic Heritage Month, World Afro Day, Greenpeace Day, International Day of Democracy, National Double Cheeseburger Day, National Linguine Day
September 16: Mexican Independence Day, National Stepfamily Day, Working Parents Day, Mayflower Day, National Play-Doh Day, National Voter Registration Day
September 17: Constitution Day, World Patient Safety Day, National Professional House Cleaners Day
September 18: National First Love Day, National Cheeseburger Day, International Equal Pay Day, U.S. Air Force Day
September 19: National Tradesmen Day, National POW/MIA Recognition Day, National Butterscotch Pudding Day, International Talk Like a Pirate Day
September 20: National Dance Day, National Pepperoni Pizza Day, International Coastal Cleanup Day, National Fried Rice Day, National Gymnastics Day
September 21: Wife Appreciation Day, International Day of Peace, National Chai Day, World Alzheimer's Day, Miniature Golf Day, National New York Day
September 22: Autumn Equinox, National Family Day, World Car-Free Day, American Business Women's Day, National Ice Cream Cone Day
September 23: International Day of Sign Languages, Bisexuality Visibility Day, Redhead Appreciation Day
September 24: World Bollywood Day, National Punctuation Day, National Horchata Day, National Women's Health & Fitness Day
September 25: National Daughters Day, National Lobster Day, National Comic Book Day, National Cooking Day, National Food Service Workers Day
September 26: National Pancake Day, National Dumpling Day, Love Note Day, Hug a Vegetarian Day, Native American Day
September 27: World Tourism Day, National Singles Day, National Public Lands Day, National Chocolate Milk Day, National Day of Forgiveness
September 28: National Good Neighbor Day, National North Carolina Day, International Day of the Deaf
September 29: National Coffee Day, World Heart Day, National VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars) Day
September 30: International Podcast Day, National Love People Day, National Mulled Cider Day
Weekly Holidays and Observances
National Suicide Prevention Week (8-14)
National Dental Infection Control Awareness Week (first full week)
National Payroll Week (week of Labor Day)
National Childhood Injury Prevention Week (first week)
National Patriot Week (11-17)
Child Passenger Safety Week (third week)
Hunger Action Week (mid-September)
International Week of the Deaf (last full week)
Banned Books Week (last week - sometimes rolls into October)
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