Autumnal Equinox

About Autumnal Equinox

The sun rises exactly in the east and sets exactly in the west on this day, making day and night equal in length. From this day forward, the sun crosses over the equator to the Southern Hemisphere, meaning it rises and sets in the Southern Hemisphere, meaning that the days will begin to become shorter than nights in the Northern Hemisphere, heralding the arrival of Autumn.

20Mar

Vernal Equinox

• Seasons
• International

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Vernal Equinox

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21Jun

Summer solstice

• Seasons
• International

The summer solstice is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.

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6Dec

St. Nicholas Day

• Seasons
• International

Find out the dates, history and traditions of St. Nicholas Day

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21Dec

Winter Solstice

• Seasons
• International

The arrival of the shortest day of the year has been celebrated since the dawn of mankind.

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Mabon

• Folk
• International

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Mabon

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Car Free Day

• Environment
• International

Many large cities and towns around the world participate in this event designed to show people the benefits of having roads from free from traffic.

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AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day

• Pets
• USA

The American Kennel Club holds these days to educate first-time dog owners about dog ownership.

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American Business Women’s Day

• Business
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of American Business Women’s Day

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