NATIONAL TRADESMEN DAY
On the third Friday in September, National Tradesmen Day honors the men and women whose skills and hard work build America. And, their skills keep it running strong. The day recognizes the professionals who maintain the complex infrastructure of our roads, cities, water systems, and power grids. #NationalTradesmenDay
NATIONAL CARE FOR KIDS DAY
Caring for children is the bedrock foundation for building strong communities and society as a whole. National Care for Kids Day on September 20 offers an opportunity for you to positively impact a child’s life in a variety of ways both large and small. That’s because we all know there are many ways to be a role model in a child’s life. #CareForKidsDay
NATIONAL FRIED RICE DAY
Order up a side of Hibachi Chicken Rice to celebrate National Fried Rice Day on September 20. During this food holiday, fried rice stars as the centerpiece of the meal. #NationalFriedRiceDay
NATIONAL STRING CHEESE DAY
It's time for America to stand together in support of our love for String Cheese. Join us as we celebrate National String Cheese Day on September 20. Whether you call it String Cheese, Snack Cheese or Cheese Sticks...there's no denying that you call it delicious! #NationalStringCheeseDay
NATIONAL CLEANUP DAY
On the third Saturday in September, National CleanUp Day encourages all of us to take action to make the entire country a better place to live. #NationalCleanUpDay
PUPPY MILL AWARENESS DAY
National Puppy Mill Awareness Day on the third Saturday in September encourages those looking for a new dog, to adopt, not shop. #PuppyMillAwarenessDay
RESPONSIBLE DOG OWNERSHIP DAY
On the third Saturday in September, Responsible Dog Ownership Day reminds pet owners to make a promise to your furever friend. #ResponsibleDogOwnershipDay
PEPPERONI PIZZA DAY
On September 20, we indulge on Pepperoni Pizza Day as we recognize the most popular pizza ever created. This food holiday celebrates the pizza enjoyed by young and old alike. #PepperoniPizzaDay
NATIONAL DANCE DAY
Break out into a twirl or two-step on National Dance Day on the third Saturday in September. The day focuses on raising awareness about dance. It also encourages Americans to embrace dance as a fun and positive way to maintain good health and combat obesity. #NationalDanceDay
NATIONAL GYMNASTICS DAY
On the third Saturday in September, National Gymnastics Day focuses on a sport the Greeks developed in the 5th century B.C. Yes! Gymnastics is that old! #NationalGymnasticsDay
NATIONAL PUNCH DAY
National Punch Day on September 20 goes in several directions. How you interpret those ways is up to you. We, however, will be raising our glass wishing everyone a good day as we sip on our punch and relax. #NationalPunchDay
BOYS' AND GIRLS' CLUB DAY FOR KIDS
We celebrate Boys' and Girls' Club Day for Kids during the third Saturday in September to get involved in meaningful activities and enjoy the wonderment of childhood activities. #BoysAndGirlsClubDayForKids
Coming on September 21, 2025
National Days
WIFE APPRECIATION DAY
NATIONAL CHAI DAY
NATIONAL NEW YORK DAY
NATIONAL PECAN COOKIE DAY
Notable Birthdays for September 20
Carleton Ellis (1876-1941) - Inventor involved in the development of margarine and polyester.
Maxwell Perkins (1884-1947) - Editor and publisher for literary greats Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald and Thomas Wolfe.
Jay Ward (1920-1989) - Cartoonist and illustrator who created Bullwinkle.
Dale Chihuly (1941-Still Living) - Blown glass sculptor.
John Wismont (1941-Still Living) - Highly acclaimed watercolor painter who has created over 50,000 pieces.
Memorable Events for September 20
1814 - The Star Spangled Banner is published as a song.
1850 - The slave trade is abolished in Washington, DC, but allowed to continue.
1881 - President Chester A. Arthur is sworn in as the 21st President following the death of President Garfield.
1893 - The first gasoline-powered car debuts in Springfield, MA.
1954 - The first FORTRAN computer program runs at IBM.
1999 - Law & Order: Special Victims Unit premiers on t.v.
