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Today, Friday, September 4, 2026

National Macadamia Nut Day on September 4 is for the rich nut grown commercially in Hawaii and Australia. It is a snack-and-baking date, informal like other nut days.

Plus 3 more celebrations — see the full list on Today's hub.

National Cheese Pizza Day
Food
Saturday, September 5, 2026

National Cheese Pizza Day

National Cheese Pizza Day on September 5 is for pizza with cheese and sauce, no extra toppings required. It is separate from National Pizza…

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National Tailgating Day
Fun
Saturday, September 5, 2026

National Tailgating Day

Fire up the grill and celebrate America's favorite pre-game tradition on National Tailgating Day! Tailgating is more than just eating in a…

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International Day of Charity
International
Saturday, September 5, 2026

International Day of Charity

Give back globally! International Day of Charity promotes charitable activities worldwide. Donate to causes, volunteer your time, or spread…

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National Dessert Day
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National Dessert Day: Date, Ideas & Sweet History

One of our most-searched food holidays. Find the 2026 date, why bakeries and home cooks mark October 14, and easy ways to celebrate — from bakery runs to dessert potlucks.

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FoodMonday, September 7, 2026

National Acorn Squash Day

National Acorn Squash Day on September 7 is an early-fall produce date for roasting acorn squash. It is informal produce-calendar fare.

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HolidayMonday, September 7, 2026

Labor Day

Celebrate the contributions of workers and the labor movement on Labor Day! This federal holiday honors the achievements of American…

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This Week's Highlights

Don't miss these special days coming up in the next week

FoodSunday, September 6, 2026

National Coffee Ice Cream Day

National Coffee Ice Cream Day on September 6 is for coffee-flavored ice cream, not National Coffee Day (September 29) or International…

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HolidaySunday, September 6, 2026

Father's Day (Australia)

Father's Day in Australia falls on the first Sunday of September — in 2026, that is Sunday, September 6. It is a family celebration for…

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NationalSunday, September 6, 2026

National Read a Book Day

National Read a Book Day on September 6 is an informal literacy date for sitting down with a book. It is not International Literacy Day…

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