September 2027 Events Celebrations & Special Days
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Events, celebrations, awareness events, saint's days, annual campaigns, major sporting events - UK and global festivities happening in September 2027.
Autumn is approaching and it's Back to School time. September is the month when we celebrate Harvest Festival, and Tolkien fans can celebrate Hobbit Day.
Here are the key dates and events happening this September in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland as well as around the world.
Harry Potter Back to Hogwarts Day
1st Sep 2027
Harry Potter fans celebrate the day that students return to Hogwarts School. Gather at King's Cross Station in London or watch livestreamed events via the Wizarding World website.
Snack-tember
1st Sep to 30th Sep 2027
Organised by the British Nutrition Foundation, the aim of Snack-tember is to help children and young people have healthier, more sustainable snacks, explore their current snacking choices, and learn about, make and try new snack options.
International Bacon Day
4th Sep 2027
A day to enjoy bacon in all its forms, so throw a bacon party today!
World Beard Day
4th Sep 2027
World Beard Day is held on the first Saturday in September, and celebrates facial hair throughout history.
National Wildlife Day
4th Sep 2027
National Wildlife Day is an international initiative to promote conservation and protect endangered species.
Read a Book Day
6th Sep 2027
This one is easy, just put your feet up and curl up with a book today. Reading is a fantastic way to stimulate the mind and it can also slow down the mental effects of age and dementia.
– How To Help Relectant Readers
– Colouring Pages About Books & Literature
Labor Day
6th Sep 2027
Celebrated on the first Monday of September, this federal holiday honours and recognises the American labour movement and the works and contributions of labourers to the development and achievements in the USA.
International Literacy Day
8th Sep 2027
A day to support the promotion of literacy as an integral part of lifelong learning. Supported by UNESCO, it aims to takle the fact that one in five adults around the world are still not literate and that two-thirds of them are women.
– How To Help Relectant Readers
Star Trek Day
8th Sep 2027
A celebration of the legendary Sci-Fi TV series which promoted tolerance and unity between all the peoples of Earth. Take the opportunity to watch a favourite episode or introduce a friend to the show.
International Sudoku Day
9th Sep 2027
Designated by the World Puzzle federation, the 9th of September was chosen because Sudoku is traditionaly played on a 9 x 9 board.
Teddy Bear Day
9th Sep 2027
A day to appreciate the companionship that your Teddy Bear gives you. So bring out your beloved bear and give it a hug.
Heritage Open Days England
10th Sep to 19th Sep 2027
Every September thousands of volunteers across England organise events to celebrate our fantastic history and culture. It's your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences - all of which are FREE to explore.
Grandparents Day US
12th Sep 2027
September is when the US has it's celebration of grandmothers, grandfathers and all grandparents. It is a day to appreciate and show your love for your grandparents.
Grandparents Day Crafts, Cards and Activities
– Printables for Grandparents Day
Roald Dahl Story Day
13th Sep 2027
The birthday of author Roald Dahl was chosen as a day to promote reading and raise money for the children's charities which Dahl supported in his lifetime.
– Roald Dahl Wordsearch & Anangrams
World Atopic Eczema Day
14th Sep 2027
This is an annual awareness day to recognise the impact eczema can have and to raise the standards of care.
International Dot Day
15th Sep 2027
The Dot is the story of a caring teacher who dares a doubting student to trust in her own abilities by being brave enough to 'make her mark'. International Dot Day is a global celebration of creativity, courage and collaboration.
World Manta Day
17th Sep 2027
A day to celebrate manta rays and to raise awareness of the threats that these beautiful, mysterious, ocean giants face.
International Red Panda Day
18th Sep 2027
International Red Panda Day seeks to inspire people to learn more about these lovely species and to contribute to the conservation of the habitat in which they reside. It is held on the 3rd Saturday in September each year.
Read An Ebook Day
18th Sep 2027
Read an eBook Day is a celebration of modern storytelling, whether you buy an eBook or borrow one for free from your local library.
– 20 Classic Works Of Children's Literature That You Can Read On An eBook For Free
International Talk Like A Pirate Day
19th Sep 2027
Shiver me timbers! It's a day of pirate related silliness! Arrrrggghh! To join in, just talk like a pirate - extra points if you wear a pirate costume all day.
More About Talk Like A Pirate Day
International Day of Peace
21st Sep 2027
The International Day of Peace is also called Peace Day. It was created by a United Nations resolution to provide a globally shared date for all humanity to commit to Peace above all differences and to contribute to building a Culture of Peace.
Hobbit Day
22nd Sep 2027
Hobbit Day is celebrated on September 22 in reference to its being the birthday of the hobbits Bilbo and Frodo Baggins from J.R.R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings.
World Car-Free Day
22nd Sep 2027
This is a day where people around the world are encouraged to travel by any mean other than a car. This could include using public transport, cycling or walking.
World Rhino Day
22nd Sep 2027
World Rhino Day celebrates all five species of rhino - black, white, greater one-horned, Sumatran and Javan rhinos. It also aims to highlights efforts to debunk the myths about rhino horn and diminish the demand for the horns.
Autumn Equinox (Northern Hemisphere)
23rd Sep 2027
This date marks the first day of astronomical Autumn in the northern hemisphere, also known as the Autumnal Equinox.
– 5 Autumn Outdoor Activities For Kids
– Autumn Wordsearches, Hard & Easy!
International Day of Sign Languages
23rd Sep 2027
A UN designated day to raise awareness of the importance of sign language in the full realization of the human rights of people who are deaf.
Spring Equinox (Southern Hemisphere)
23rd Sep 2027
This date marks the first day of astronomical Spring in the sorthern hemisphere, also known as the Vernal Equinox.
World Gorilla Day
24th Sep 2027
World Gorilla Day is an annual event celebrating gorillas and empowering global communities to take action for gorilla conservation.
International Day of Birmingham
24th Sep 2027
Join in this annual day of celebration marking the creation of the historic alliance of Birminghams by Brummie comedian, Joe Lycett.
World Rivers Day
25th Sep 2027
A celebration of the world's waterways, highlighting the many values of rivers and strives to increase public awareness and encourages the improved stewardship of rivers around the world. It is celebrated on the 4th Sunday in September each year.
International Rabbit Day
25th Sep 2027
Celebrated on the fourth Saturday of September each year, this day celebrates the value and contribution that rabbits make to our lives, and the care of both domestic and wild rabbits.
National Daughter's Day
25th Sep 2027
Daughter's Day is celebrated on 25th September in the UK, and it is a day for appreciating your daughters.
National Son's Day
28th Sep 2027
Son's Day is celebrated on 28th September in the UK, and it is a day for appreciating your sons.
World Maritime Day
30th Sep 2027
A day to focus on and appreciate the contribution of the maritime industry for trade, and to ensure the safe and fair treatmentment of maritime workers of all nations.
International Day of Friendship
30th Sep 2027
The International Day of Friendship emphasises involving young people, as future leaders, in community activities that include different cultures and promote international understanding and respect for diversity.
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