But September is also host to a whole bunch of cool, corny and cute days of observations. Of course, we know about Labor Day and Patriot’s Day (which honors September 11th). But who knew that there was a Ginger Cat Appreciation Day, National Dog Walker Day, National Guacamole Day and National Gymnastics Day? We’ve put together a list of all the September 2022 holidays and observances, so you don’t have to miss a single one that you might be interested in celebrating! There are also religious holidays celebrated in September, like the Jewish holy day of Rosh Hashanah. Also, whole weeks in September are dedicated to special causes, like National Waffle Week (September 4-10) or National Rehabilitation Awareness Week (September 19-25). And the month of September is also a time to bring awareness to several important causes like Childhood Cancer, Suicide Prevention, Hispanic Heritage, and many more! Keep on reading to find out all of the special-interest days and causes that are celebrated during the month of September!
What Major Holidays Are in September?
Labor Day is a federal holiday and is celebrated on the first Monday of September. In 2022, Labor Day falls on Monday, September 5, 2022.
Are There Religious Holidays in September?
Yes, there are several religious celebrations that take place in September, such as the Jewish holiday Rosh Hashanah. One of Judaism’s high holy days, Rosh Hashanah means “start of the year” in the Hebrew language. The two-day celebration of the Jewish New Year commemorates the creation of the world. The date for Rosh Hashanah varies every year on the modern Gregorian calendar since its observance begins on the first day of the seventh month of the Hebrew calendar. Rosh Hashanah 2022 will begin the evening of Sunday, September 25, and end in the evening on Tuesday, September 27, 2022. Another religious holiday that is celebrated in September is the Hindu festival of Navaratri. Spanning over nine nights, Navaratri is one of the most revered festivals in Hinduism and celebrates the Mother Goddess Durga. Navaratri is observed four times a year and the festivals are named after the Hindu seasons during which they fall. The autumn observation of Sharad Navaratri falls during the lunar month of Ashwin and symbolizes the start of winter. On the Gregorian calendar, Sharad Navaratri will begin on Monday, September 26, 2022, and end on Wednesday, October 5, 2022. Some Christians also celebrate The Birth of the Virgin Mary (also known as the Nativity of the Virgin Mary) on September 8 each year. The exact date that Mary, mother of Jesus, was born was not recorded in modern scripture. But the date of September 8 was chosen centuries ago by the Eastern Church, which begins its church calendar in September.
What Equinox is in September?
The Autumn Equinox this year will fall on Thursday, September 22, 2022. To be specific, fall will officially begin in the Northern Hemisphere at 9:04 p.m. on that date, according to the Farmer’s Almanac.
Does September 2022 Have a Full Moon?
The full moon—called the Harvest Moon in September 2022—will appear on Saturday, September 10, 2022. The full moon that rises nearest to the autumn equinox is traditionally called the Harvest Moon, so that name can be used for either September or October’s full moon. In 2022, September’s full moon is closer to the Autumn Equinox date of Thursday, September 22, so the September full moon will be the Harvest Moon. (When October’s full moon is closer to the equinox, then September’s full moon is called the Corn Moon!) And because of the moon’s cycle at this time of the year, the Harvest Moon will appear to look “full” for three nights, lasting from Friday, September 9, through Sunday, September 12.
September Daily Holidays and Observances 2022
September 1
American Chess DayGinger Cat Appreciation DayPink Cadillac DayWorld Letter Writing DayInternational Cabernet Day
September 2
College Colors DayNational Blueberry Popsicle DayNational Food Bank DayWorld Coconut Day
September 3
National Doodle DayNational Hummingbird DayNational Skyscraper DayNational Tailgating DayWorld Beard DayInternational Bacon Day
September 4
Eat an Extra Dessert DayNational Macadamia Nut DayNational Pet Rock DayNational Wildlife Day
September 5
Labor DayNational Be Late for Something DayNational Cheese Pizza DayInternational Day of Charity
September 6
Fight Procrastination DayNational Coffee Ice Cream DayNational Read a Book Day
September 7
Buy a Book DayNational Acorn Squash DayNational Beer Lovers Day
September 8
International Literacy DayNational Dog Walker Appreciation DayNational Iguana Awareness DayNativity of the Blessed Virgin MaryWorld Physical Therapy Day
September 9
International Sudoku DayNational Teddy Bear DayStar Trek Day
September 10
National TV Dinner DayWorld Suicide Prevention Day
September 11
Grandparents’ DayHug Your Hound DayNational Make Your Bed DayPatriot Day
September 12
National Chocolate Milkshake DayNational Day of Encouragement
September 13
International Chocolate DayNational Ants on a Log DayNational Peanut DayNational Celiac Disease Awareness Day
September 14
National Coloring DayNational Cream-Filled Donut Day
September 15
National Creme de Menthe DayNational Double Cheeseburger DayNational Linguine DayNational Online Learning DayWorld Lymphoma Awareness Day
September 16
Collect Rocks DayMexican Independence DayNational Choose Your Chocolate DayNational Cinnamon Raisin Bread DayNational Guacamole DayNational Play-Doh DayNational Stepfamily DayNational POW/MIA Recognition DayWorking Parents Day
September 17
International Coastal Cleanup DayInternational Country Music DayInternational Eat An Apple DayNational Apple Dumpling DayNational Dance DayNational Gymnastics DayNational Pet Bird DayResponsible Dog Ownership Day
September 18
International Red Panda DayLocate an Old Friend DayNational Cheeseburger Day
September 19
National Butterscotch Pudding DayTalk Like a Pirate Day
September 20
National Voter Registration DayNational Fried Rice DayNational Pepperoni Pizza DayNational Queso DayNational String Cheese Day
September 21
International Day of PeaceMiniature Golf DayNational Chai DayWorld Gratitude DayWorld Alzheimer’s Day
September 22
Fall EquinoxHobbit DayNational Elephant Appreciation DayNational Girls’ Night In DayNational Ice Cream Cone DayNational White Chocolate DayNational Singles DayWorld Rhino Day
September 23
Native American Day National Checkers DayBi Visibility DayInternational Day of Sign LanguagesRedhead Appreciation Day
September 24
International Rabbit DayNational Cherries Jubilee DayNational Punctuation DayWorld Bollywood Day
September 25
National Comic Book DayNational Cooking DayNational One-Hit Wonder DayNational Quesadilla DayNational Good Neighbor DayNational Daughters DayRosh Hashanah (begins at sunset through sunset of September 27)
September 26
Love Note DayNational Dumpling DayNational Family DayNational Pancake DayNavratri Begins (through October 5)
September 27
Ancestor Appreciation DayNational Chocolate Milk DayNational Scarf DayWorld Tourism DayRosh Hashanah (ends at sunset)
September 28
National Drink a Beer Day National Sons Day
September 29
National Biscotti DayNational Coffee DayWorld Heart Day
September 30
International Podcast DayNational Chewing Gum DayNational Hot Mulled Cider DaySave the Koala Day
September Weekly Observances
National Waffle Week (September 4-10)National Assisted Living Week (September 11-17)Deaf Dog Awareness Week (September 18-24)National Farm Animals Awareness Week (September 18-24)Sea Otter Awareness Week (September 18-24)National Rehabilitation Awareness Week (September 19-25)
September Monthly Observances
Baby Safety MonthBetter Breakfast MonthBlood Cancer Awareness MonthChildhood Cancer Awareness MonthClassical Music MonthGynecologic Cancer Awareness MonthHispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15)International Square-Dancing MonthNational Chicken MonthNational Honey MonthNational Library Card Signup MonthNational Papaya MonthNational Self-Care Awareness MonthNational Service Dog MonthNational Yoga Awareness MonthNational Mushroom MonthNational Suicide Prevention Awareness MonthPolycystic Ovarian Syndrome Awareness MonthProstate Health MonthResponsible Dog Ownership MonthSelf-Improvement MonthSave the Koala MonthWorld Candle Month
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