National days, ongoing national weeks and months, and global observances for September 12, 2026. Plus historical events and birthdays.
September 12, 2026 celebrates National Day Of Encouragement, plus 5 more.
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On September 12, National Video Games Day celebrates all the ways we enjoy a good video game challenge.
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Two things that make us feel appreciated and loved are free. A hug and a high 5. That's why on September 12, we celebrate National Hug & High 5 Day!
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National Just One Human Family Day on September 12 encourages us to reflect on the human race as a single family who share just one planet.
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September 12th represents the National Report Medicare Fraud Day. Medicare fraud affects us all. Ten percent of all Medicare funds are lost due to fraud. The government spends $650 billion a year on Medicare, and $65 billion a year is lost to Medicare fraud. No wonder we have a national health care crisis!
Read the full story →Longer-running observances that include this date.
National Coupon Month
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Self-care Awareness Month
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National Recovery Month
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Hispanic Heritage Month
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National Suicide Prevention Month
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National Preparedness Month
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National Library Card Sign-up Month
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National Potato Month
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Self-improvement Month
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Classical Music Month
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Better Breakfast Month
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National Chicken Month
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