DLTK's Holidays Activities for Kids
September Holidays and Special Events
Welcome to our September special event crafts and activities for kids!
September is a month of new beginnings, learning, and seasonal change. From Back to School and National Hispanic Heritage Month to International Peace Day and whimsical observances, children can engage in crafts, reading, and creative projects that celebrate knowledge, culture, and community. September invites families to embrace learning, enjoy the fresh energy of autumn’s start, and share meaningful activities together.
Crafts and Activities for Major September Holidays:
Back to School
All September
Celebrate the start of the school year with fun school-themed crafts and activities.
Grandparent's Day
first Sunday after Labor Day
Create special crafts to honor grandparents and celebrate family connections.
Crafts and Activities for September Holidays that Change Dates Each Year:
Rosh Hashanah
Sunset Sept 13th – Nightfall Sept 15th
Explore Jewish traditions and create crafts for the Jewish New Year.
First Day of Autumn
autumnal equinox -- near Sept 22nd
Celebrate the change of seasons with fall-themed crafts and activities.
National Dog Week
last full week in September
Create dog-themed crafts and celebrate our furry friends.
Crafts and Activities for September Special Days and Month-long Observances:
Better Breakfast Month
All September
Learn about healthy breakfasts and create breakfast-themed crafts.
Classical Music Month
All September
Celebrate music with crafts inspired by classical composers and instruments.
National Chicken Month
All September
Celebrate farm life and poultry-themed crafts and activities.
National Rice Month
All September
Learn about rice and create rice-themed crafts and art projects.
National Sewing Month
All September
Create sewing crafts and learn basic sewing techniques for fun projects.
Read a New Book Month
All September
Encourage reading with book-themed crafts and activities.
Read a Book Day
September 6th
Celebrate reading with crafts and activities promoting literacy.
Teddy Bear Day
September 9th
Create teddy bear-themed crafts and celebrate these cuddly friends.
Poet Louis MacNeice's Birthday
September 12th, 1907
Create poetry-inspired crafts celebrating Louis MacNeice.
Uncle Sam's Birthday
September 13th, 1766
Create patriotic crafts inspired by Uncle Sam and American history.
Make a Hat Day
September 15th
Create fun and creative hats with kids of all ages.
National Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 – October 15
Celebrate Hispanic culture and heritage with crafts and activities.
Collect Rocks Day
September 16th
Encourage kids to explore nature and collect rocks for fun crafts.
Coloring Pages for the Month:
September is a month of transition, learning, and discovery. From returning to school and celebrating literacy to exploring cultural heritage and the first days of autumn, children can enjoy a variety of crafts and educational activities. It's a perfect time to engage in reading, creativity, and seasonal projects while observing special days throughout the month.
Other Months:
