1. The Day of Marriages
Did you know that September 24 is a popular date for weddings? This is due to its position in the calendar year, often providing ideal weather conditions, especially in the northern hemisphere. Studies indicate an increased number of marriages on this day.
2. International Cherries Jubilee Day
Amazingly, September 24 is recognized as International Cherries Jubilee Day. It is a day dedicating to indulging in the divine dessert made from cherries and liqueur, traditionally flambéed table-side and served over vanilla ice cream.
3. A Special Occurrence in the Mayan Calendar
In the ancient Mesoamerican Long Count calendar, used notably by the Mayans, September 24, 2012, marked the end of a 5,125-year cycle. This astronomical event was significant to the Mayans and supported various interpretations among modern-day scholars and enthusiasts.
4. The Day of Merlot
Winemakers and wine enthusiasts celebrate September 24 as International Merlot Day. This event is dedicated to appreciating the Merlot grape variety, used to produce one of the world’s most widely recognized red wines.
5. Dating Back to Roman Times
September 24 in ancient Roman times was the day of the annual ‘festival of the lamentation’. This rituals were dedicated to mourning the dead and were believed to ward off evil spirits.
6. Famous Birthdays
Notable personalities such as F. Scott Fitzgerald (an American writer renowned for his novel The Great Gatsby) and Jim Henson (a puppeteer famous for creating The Muppets) were born on September 24, making this day historically significant in the arts and entertainment world.
7. The Launch of the USS Constitution
The oldest commissioned warship afloat in the world, the USS Constitution, was launched on September 24, 1797. It played a crucial role in the War of 1812 and remains a significant artifact of American naval history.
8. An Opera First
Excitingly, the first public opera house, the Teatro di San Cassiano, opened in Venice on September 24, 1637. It marked a major milestone in the history of performing arts.
9. The Deadliest Hurricane
September 24, 1900, marked the end of the deadliest hurricane in the history of the United States. The Galveston Hurricane caused an estimated 8,000 deaths and extensive damage to the Texas city.
10. Founding of the Magic Circle
The Magic Circle, a well-known British organization dedicated to magicians, was founded on September 24, 1905. It still operates today, promoting the art of magic worldwide.
11. A Day to Remember Rocky Marciano
In the sports world, September 24 is the day heavyweight boxing champion Rocky Marciano retired undefeated in 1955. He is the only heavyweight champion in boxing history to finish his professional career undefeated.
12. Birth of the World’s Favourite Search Engine
On September 24, 1998, Google Inc was first listed as a company in California, marking a significant landmark for the technology era and the massive rise of Google as the most used search engine globally.
13. International Stability Day
Global leaders decided to observe September 24 as International Day for Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons. This day reaffirms their commitment to global nuclear disarmament as a priority.
14. Literary Landmark
September 24, 1896, marked the publication of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel The Great Gatsby. With its critique of the American Dream, it is considered one of the greatest novels ever written.
15. A Day for Native American Sign Language
Native American Sign Language Day was created to celebrate and recognize the historical and cultural importance of the Native American Plains Indians’ sign languages. This day falls on September 24.
16. Height of the Baseball Season
Interestingly, September 24 is often the height of Major League Baseball season. Celebrations and activities often take place around this time as the regular season comes to a head.
17. Honoring Children’s Books
To promote literacy and a love of reading from a young age, September 24 is celebrated as Scholastic’s “Read Every Day. Lead a Better Life” campaign. Scholastic authors and illustrators visit schools worldwide on this day to inspire students.
18. A Day for Punctuation
National Punctuation Day is observed on September 24 in the United States. It emphasizes the correct use of punctuation in written English to maintain clear and effective communication.
19. Autumnal Equinox
September 24 is often close to the Autumnal Equinox, marking the start of fall in the northern hemisphere. This is the time when day and night are roughly the same length.
20. A Musical Milestone
On September 24, 1991, Nirvana's album Nevermind was released. The album contained "Smells Like Teen Spirit" which became a tremendous success and helped to popularize the grunge movement. It’s considered a classic and globally influential to this day.