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4 International Observances to Celebrate on September 25, 2026

International observance days, weeks, and months for September 25, 2026. Plus historical events and birthdays.

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World Pharmacist Day

World Pharmacist Day

September 25, 2026 celebrates World Pharmacist Day, plus 3 more. Every year on September 25th, pharmacists around the globe celebrate World Pharmacist Day. This day focuses on the role pharmacists play in improving health on a global scale.

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Save The Koala Day

Every year on the last Friday in September, Save the Koala Day raises awareness for the plight of the koala. It’s also a day to educate the public on the importance of conserving the koala’s natural habitat.

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World Dream Day

Each year on September 25th World Dream Day encourages individuals, families, and communities around the world to make their dreams a reality. It’s also a day to activate ideas and declare new possibilities.

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International Ataxia Awareness Day

Every year on September 25th, International Ataxia Awareness Day sheds light on this rare disease. The day also inspires Ataxia organizations and individuals around the world to support action towards a cure.

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Born on September 25

People born on September 25

1644
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Ole Rømer

Danish astronomer and instrument maker who invented the modern day thermometer.

1832
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William Le Baron Jenney

Architect who is considered the "Father of the Skyscraper." He built the first skyscraper in 1884--the Insurance Building in Chicago, Illinois.

1866
TH

Thomas Hunt Morgan

Biologist, geneticist, and embryologist who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1993 for discoveries of the roles chromosomes play in heredity.

1882
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Clara Stover

Co-founder of Russell Stover Candies.

1886
MS

May Sutton

American tennis player who won the U.S. National Championships at the age of 17. In 1905, she became the first American woman to win the Wimbledon singles title. She was the first women and win two separate grand slams in the history of tennis.

1915
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Ethel Rosenberg

American communist convicted for spying for Soviet Union alongside her husband Julius. Both were sentenced to death and executed in 1953.

1929
BW

Barbara Walters

Journalist and author who was a pioneer for women in broadcasting.

1936
KF

Ken Forsse

Toy creator of Teddy Ruxpin.

1944
MD

Michael Douglas

Critically acclaimed actor with lead roles in Wall Street, Romancing the Stone, Fatal Attraction, and Basic Instinct. He has won two Academy Awards, five Golden Globe Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, the Cecil B. DeMille Award, the Honorary Palme d'Or and the AFI Life Achievement Award.

1949
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Anson Williams

Actor best known for his role as Warren "Potsie" Weber on Happy Days.

1951
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Mark Hamill

Actor best known for his role as Luke Skywalker in the original Star Wars franchise.

1952
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Christopher Reeve

Actor fondly remembered for his role as Superman.

1956
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W. Daniel Hillis

Founder of the supercomputer manufacturer and artificial intelligence company Thinking Machines Corporation.

1965
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Scottie Pippen

Considered one of the greatest small forwards in the NBA of all time. He helped the Chicago Bulls win six NBA Championships during his 17 year career.

Historical Events on September 25

Events that occurred on September 25 throughout history

1804

The 12th Amendment is established.

The 12th Amendment is established, creating a procedure for electing the President and Vice President of the U.S.

1904

Charles Follis becomes first American Black to play professional football on an integrated team.

Charles Follis becomes first American Black to play professional football on an integrated team. He signed a professional contract with the Shelby Blues of the Ohio League and played until injuries caused him to retire.

1926

Henry Ford announces an 8 hour work day, 5 days a week.

Henry Ford announces an 8 hour work day, 5 days a week at Ford Motor Company. Ford Ford believed that well-rested, well-paid workers with more leisure time would buy more goods.

1974

The first ulnar collateral ligament replacement surgery is perfromed.

Dr. Frank Jobe performs first ulnar collateral ligament replacement surgery on MLB player Tommy John. The successful surgery allowed Tommy John to return to pitch in the majors by 1976. John went on to win 164 more games over 14 additional seasons.

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