Day Guide for Friday September 1st 2023 What are the holidays on September 1st 2023?

This is our day guide for Friday September 1st 2023 which shows you at a glance what's happening on this day around the world. Using the calendar on this page, you can look at a day guide for any day. Why not look up your birthday to see which holidays you share it with?

Holidays on September 1st 2023

Eritrea: Eritrea Revolution Day

Marks the start of the armed struggle for independence with the Battle of Adal in 1961.

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Pakistan (regional): Urs of Shah Abdul Latif Bhitai

Urs of a noted scholar, saint and poet, considered to be greatest Muslim poet of Sindhi language

Singapore: Public Holiday

If more than one candidate stands, presidential elections in Singapore are public holidays.

Slovakia: Constitution Day

The constitution of independent Slovakia was adopted in Bratislava in 1992

Uzbekistan: Independence Day

Uzbekistan's National Day commemorates independence from the Soviet Union on 1 September 1991.

Vietnam: National Day Holiday

From 2021, Vietnamese employees will receive a second day of holidays for National Day.

Observances on September 1st 2023

Canada: Alberta Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Alberta Day

USA: National No Rhyme (Nor Reason) Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National No Rhyme (Nor Reason) Day

USA: Hunger Action Month

Find out the dates, history and background to Hunger Action Month

United Kingdom: Urology Awareness Month

Organised by The Urology Foundation, this month aims to raise awareness of urological disease as well as raise money to can fund vital research and training into these diseases.

USA: Happy Cat Month

Better a happy cat than a grumpy cat, who'd want to see pictures of that?

USA: Whole Grains Month

Don't go against the grain this September and celebrate the important wheat harvest.

Australia: National Wattle Day

Since 1992 National Wattle Day has been 1 September in all of Australia's States and Territories.

Russia: Knowledge Day

The traditional end of summer and the first day of the new school term in Russia.

International: Ginger Cat Appreciation Day

A day to celebrate the flame-haired feline in your life!

International: World Alzheimer's Month

World Alzheimer's Month is a global opportunity to raise awareness around, educate, encourage support of and demystify dementia.

USA: National College Colors Day

College Colors Day is a national holiday for fans of all college sports. It’s a way for fans to show their school spirit as they go about their day.

USA: Cherokee National Holiday

The holiday has been observed annually on Labor Day weekend since 1953 to commemorate the signing of the 1839 Cherokee Constitution.

USA: National Food Bank Day

National Food Bank Day is recognized on the first Friday in September and encourages residents to commit or contribute to the cause in any way shape or form.

USA: CNS Week

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Clinical Nurse Specialists Week

USA: National Wilderness Month

In 2013, President Obama proclaimed this monthly holiday to celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Wilderness Act.

USA: National Preparedness Month

National Preparedness Month is an observance each September to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time.

International: World Freestyle Day

Celebrate World Freestyle Day with us! Unleash your creativity and join a community that values skill, artistry, and the spirit of improvisation.

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General Information for September 1st 2023
There are 6 public holidays today.
Day 244 of 2023
121 days left in 2023
Week 35 of the year
On this Day in History
1983 - Cold War: Korean Air Flight 007 is shot down by a Soviet Union jet fighter when the commercial aircraft enters Soviet airspace. All 269 on board die, including Congressman Lawrence McDonald.
1914 - St. Petersburg, Russia, changes its name to Petrograd.
1604 - Adi Granth, now known as Guru Granth Sahib, the holy scripture of Sikhs, was first installed at Harmandir Sahib.
717 - Siege of Constantinople: The Muslim armada with 1,800 ships, is defeated by the Byzantine navy through the use of Greek fire.