Celebrate Bisexuality Day

Celebrate Bisexuality Day

Celebrate Bisexuality Day, also known as Bisexual Pride Day or Bi Visibility Day, is an annual event dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the bisexual community. It aims to raise awareness about bisexuality, combat bi-erasure, and foster acceptance of bisexual individuals. Bisexuality refers to romantic, emotional, and/or sexual attraction to people of more than one gender.

Quick Facts

When is it?: September 23 annually.
Tagged as: Bisexual Pride Day, Bi Visibility Day, CBD, International Celebrate Bisexuality Day.
What’s the hashtag?: #CelebrateBisexualityDay, #BiVisibilityDay, #BisexualPrideDay.
When was it founded?: 1999.
Who founded it?: Wendy Curry, Michael Page, and Gigi Raven Wilbur.

History

Celebrate Bisexuality Day was first officially observed in 1999 during the International Lesbian and Gay Association Conference in Johannesburg, South Africa. The day was inspired by the invisibility and marginalization of bisexual individuals within both straight and LGBTQ+ communities. The founders chose September 23 to align with Gigi Raven Wilbur’s birthday and Freddie Mercury’s birth month as a tribute to his bisexual identity. Since its inception, the day has grown globally with events such as poetry readings, festivals, and educational forums.

Timeline

1990: BiNet USA was founded as a national bisexual organization in the U.S.
1999: Celebrate Bisexuality Day officially observed for the first time.
2012: Berkeley, California proclaimed September 23 as Bisexual Pride and Bi Visibility Day.
2013: The White House hosted its first meeting with bisexual advocates.
2018: Celebrate Bisexuality Day marked in over 30 countries worldwide.

Celebrate Bisexuality Day Dates

Year	Month and Date	Day
2025	September 23	Tuesday
2026	September 23	Wednesday
2027	September 23	Thursday
2028	September 23	Saturday
2029	September 23	Sunday
2030	September 23	Monday

Observed on Celebrate Bisexuality Day

The day is observed through various activities that promote awareness and inclusivity. Events include teach-ins, film festivals focusing on bisexual themes, poetry readings, picnics, and festivals. Communities come together to celebrate bisexual pride by sharing stories and advocating for acceptance. Individuals can also participate by flying the bisexual pride flag or engaging in discussions about bisexual visibility.

Fun Facts About Celebrate Bisexuality Day

The bisexual pride flag consists of pink (same-sex attraction), blue (opposite-sex attraction), and purple (a mix of both).
Freddie Mercury’s legacy inspired the choice of September for this celebration.
Bisexual individuals often face higher rates of anxiety and depression compared to other groups in the LGBTQ+ community.

Quiz

When is Celebrate Bisexuality Day?
Who founded Celebrate Bisexuality Day?
What are the colors of the bisexual pride flag?
When was Celebrate Bisexuality Day first observed?
Name one famous bisexual person.

(Answers: September 23; Wendy Curry, Michael Page, Gigi Raven Wilbur; Pink, Blue, Purple; 1999; Freddie Mercury.)

FAQs

What is Celebrate Bisexuality Day?
Celebrate Bisexuality Day is an annual event on September 23 that celebrates bisexual pride and raises awareness about issues faced by bisexual individuals.
Why is it important?
It combats bi-erasure and promotes acceptance of bisexual identities within society.
Who can celebrate this day?
Anyone who supports inclusivity and recognizes the contributions of the bisexual community can join in celebrating.
What activities take place?
Events include educational forums, poetry readings, festivals, picnics, and advocacy efforts.
How can I show support?
You can attend events, fly the pride flag, or advocate for bisexual visibility within your community.

Importance of Celebrate Bisexuality Day

Celebrate Bisexuality Day plays a vital role in raising awareness about challenges faced by bisexual individuals. It fosters inclusivity by addressing stereotypes and promoting acceptance within both straight and LGBTQ+ communities. The day also serves as a reminder that every individual deserves respect regardless of their sexual orientation.