National No Excuses Day

National No Excuses Day is celebrated on September 27 and encourages everyone to stop making excuses—at least for one day—and dedicate time to having fun with friends. The holiday was established by the Canadian organization SCENE, with the goal of reminding people to embrace enjoyment and fun in life.

History

This holiday is relatively new, but by 2019, more than 10 million people were already participating. SCENE is Canada’s largest entertainment company, so they decided to celebrate National No Excuses Day in a big way. Major banks and cinema chains joined in the festivities. The social initiative quickly became a success and has since grown into an annual celebration. Every September 27, millions of people stop making excuses and choose to spend the day with their loved ones.

Why Millions Love National No Excuses Day

• The holiday encourages everyone to relax and take time for themselves. Do whatever brings you joy.
• It’s the perfect excuse to get together with friends.
• It’s a chance to enjoy activities you usually put off—take up a hobby, attend a workshop, read, cook, or be creative.

How to Take Part

Your only obligation on National No Excuses Day is to gather your favorite people and enjoy memories of good times together. Have lunch or dinner, throw a party, go to the movies or a water park. Visiting a restaurant is also a great option—more than 800 establishments are SCENE partners.

When is National No Excuses Day in 2025?

National No Excuses Day is observed on September 27 each year.

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