October 1 is recognized as the National Day of the People's Republic of China, commemorating the establishment of the People's Republic of China on October 1, 1949. It is celebrated with various festivities including concerts, parades, and public events, and marks the start of a week-long public holiday known as Golden Week.
Additionally, October 1 has several other observances worldwide including International Coffee Day, National Homemade Cookie Day, World Vegetarian Day, National Pumpkin Seed Day, National Green City Day, and National Girlfriend Day, among others.
