NATIONAL PANCAKE DAY
National Pancake Day on September 26 sets up a tall stack of syrupy goodness to celebrate! Set the table. Mix up the batter. Heat up the griddle. Because the butter is ready to melt and the flapjacks are delicious! #NationalPancakeDay
NATIONAL DUMPLING DAY
National Dumpling Day on September 26 serves up a delicious treat to celebrate. With the popularity of dumplings growing all the time, the day offers a great way to celebrate! Whether enjoyed as an appetizer or the main course, each morsel satisfies. #NationalDumplingDay
NATIONAL SITUATIONAL AWARENESS DAY
On September 26, National Situational Awareness Day brings attention to personal safety. This day highlights the importance of using situational awareness skills in everyday life to stay out of harm’s way. #NationalSituationalAwarenessDay
NATIONAL COMPLIANCE OFFICER DAY
On September 26, National Compliance Officer Day recognizes the professionals who oversee the regulations, policies and procedures of an organization, ensuring it conducts business ethically. Legally, these professionals carry a heavy burden. #ComplianceOfficerDay
NATIONAL BRAVE DAY
On the fourth Friday in September, National BRAVE Day honors women who lift each other up, rescue each other and make each other BRAVE. #NationalBRAVEDay
NATIONAL JOHNNY APPLESEED DAY
September 26 is National Johnny Appleseed Day and we honor the man who made apple (and pear) trees grow heavy with the bounty of their fruit across most of this country. This fruity food holiday commemorates the day of Johnny Appleseed's birth and celebrates his legendary wit, wisdom, and enduring story. #JohnnyAppleseedDay
NATIONAL SHAMU THE WHALE DAY
On September 26, National Shamu the Whale Day not only honors a famous whale, but also raising awareness about orcas in our oceans. These powerful predators are the largest member of the dolphin family. #ShamuTheWhaleDay
NATIONAL GAY MEN’S HIV/AIDS AWARENESS DAY
Each year on the last Friday in September, National Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NGMHAAD) builds awareness and increases education about this disease. The day also focuses on finding ways to eliminate the disease. #GayMensHIVAIDSAwarenessDay
Coming on September 27, 2025
National Days
NATIONAL CHOCOLATE MILK DAY
NATIONAL GHOST HUNTING DAY
NATIONAL SCARF DAY
NATIONAL DAY OF FORGIVENESS
SEAT CHECK SATURDAY
NATIONAL SINGLES DAY
SAVE YOUR PHOTOS DAY
NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY
NATIONAL HUNTING AND FISHING DAY
NATIONAL CORNED BEEF HASH DAY
NATIONAL CRUSH A CAN DAY
Notable Birthdays for September 26
Johnny Appleseed (1774-1845) - Gardener and pioneer nurseryman who introduced trees grown with apple seeds.
Edith Abbott (1876-1957) - A pioneer in the profession of social work.
T. S. Eliot (1888-1965) - Considered one of the greatest poets of all time.
Bill France, Sr. (1909-1992) - Race car driver and founder of NASCAR.
Jack LaLanne (1914-2011) - Self-described teen "junk food junkie" who turned fitness expert, nutrition guru, and motivational speaker as an adult.
Robert Cade (1927-2007) - Co-inventor of Gatorade.
Donna Douglas (1932-2015) - Actress fondly remembered for her role as Elly May Clampett on The Beverly Hillbillies.
Lynn Anderson ((1947-2015) - Singer of the international number one hit Rose Garden.
Memorable Events for September 26
1789 - Thomas Jefferson is appointed the first Secretary of State.
1789 - Edmund Randolph is appointed the first Attorney General.
1890 - The U.S. Mint stops printing the $1 and $3 gold coins, and the 3 cent piece.
1914 - Congress passes the Federal Trade Commission Act and to create the Federal Trade Commission.
1933 - Gangster Machine Gun Kelly creates the term "G-Men" while surrendering to the FBI.
1964 - Gilligan's Island makes it debut on CBS.
1969 - The Brady Bunch debuts on ABC.
1982 - Knight Rider debuts on NBC.
2017 - The video game Fortnite: Battle Royale is released and quickly becomes the most popular game worldwide.
