While most of the celebrations start on the 15th and run through the night, Mexico’s actual Independence Day is September 16. The big event happens at midnight with the “Cry of Dolores,” Miguel Hidalgo’s infamous battle cry that spurred on the rebellion that led to Mexican freedom from Spanish rule.
While associate Oktoberfest with beer, beer, and more beer, it is actually a folk festival meant to celebrate life, love, and happiness – beer optional! While the official Oktoberfest is held in Munich, it is celebrated all over the world, especially by those with German heritage.
This day was created by the United Nations. It is meant to advocate for gender equality but specifically with a focus on how men can help uplift women and be allies in the battle for equality.
The hot weather was much needed when it rolled in, but by this point, everyone is wishing for autumnal temperatures. Use this time to start planning your fall team-building activities so you can make the most of the season.
There are almost 600 federally recognized Native American tribes in the United States. This day is set aside to honor them, their cultures and their contributions.
This marks the start of the new year on the Jewish calendar. As with any New Year’s celebration, it is marked with meals and fun. However, it is also seen as a time for reflection and prayer.
Navaratri is celebrated every year to mark the start of fall. In different countries, it has varying significance. However, the festival spans nine days. In some countries, Navaratri is celebrated at the start of each season, not just the fall.
The legacy of the residential school system is a dark one, and one that is often swept under the rug. National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is meant to bring attention to the atrocities of the past and how they continue to impact First Nations communities in Canada.
Throughout October, you can pay tribute to the diverse ideas, cultures and communities across the world as part of Global Diversity Awareness Month. Remember that you can look beyond national cultures and counties of origin. Think about things like disabilities, languages, religions and more.
A month-long awareness campaign, it focuses not on the struggles that those with disabilities face, but specifically on how they are assets to workplaces and communities. This is a great time to confront hidden bias in yourself and your company.
This observance is used to both raise awareness of breast cancer and raise funds to seek a cure. Just be aware that some of the typical slogans used during this month don’t always land well with everyone. Look for inclusive ways to talk about breast cancer.
The United States is home to the largest Polish population outside of Poland itself. While many of those with Polish heritage are centered in the Midwest (Chicago, specifically), Polish-Americans are in all of our communities and greatly impacting our culture as a whole. October was chosen for this observance as it is the month Polish settlers first arrived in the United States.
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