September 13 pairs one of the warmest family observances of the year with a simple, well-loved snack, a day for calling grandma and grandpa, and for reaching for a handful of peanuts while you're at it.
National Grandparents Day was established in 1978 when President Jimmy Carter declared the first Sunday after Labor Day a day to honor grandparents nationwide. It has since grown into the most widely observed family holiday of its kind, recognizing the love, wisdom, and stability grandparents bring to a family.
😄 Fun fact: National Grandparents Day has its own official flower, the forget-me-not, and its own official song, "A Song for Grandma and Grandpa," written by Johnny Prill.
Ways to celebrate:
- Call or visit a grandparent and ask them to share a favorite story
- Write a letter sharing a memory you're grateful for
- If your grandparents have passed, share a fond memory of them with someone else in the family
National Peanut Day honors the humble peanut, which despite the name isn't a true nut at all, it's a legume, related more closely to beans and lentils than to almonds or walnuts. The United States produces over 6 billion pounds of peanuts a year, with Georgia alone accounting for roughly half the national crop.
😄 Fun fact: Peanuts grow underground in pods, unlike tree nuts, which is part of why botanists classify them as a legume rather than a true nut.
Ways to celebrate:
- Snack on roasted peanuts, salted, honey roasted, or plain
- Make homemade peanut butter with just roasted peanuts and a pinch of salt
- Try a peanut-based dish from another cuisine, like Thai satay or West African groundnut stew
💬 A call to grandma or a handful of peanuts, which small comfort fits your day today?
From family stories to a humble legume with a big following, September 13 has a lot of heart packed into one day.
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September 13 FAQ
Who created National Grandparents Day?
President Jimmy Carter established it in 1978, declaring the first Sunday after Labor Day each year as National Grandparents Day.
Does National Grandparents Day have an official flower?
Yes, the forget-me-not was chosen as the official flower of National Grandparents Day.
Is a peanut really a nut?
No, despite the name, a peanut is technically a legume, growing underground in pods and more closely related to beans and lentils than to true tree nuts.
Which state produces the most peanuts in the US?
Georgia leads the country, producing roughly half of the entire national peanut crop each year.
What if today is my birthday?
If you're celebrating a birthday on September 13, check out our Birthday Gift Finder for your zodiac sign, birthstone, birth flower, and gift ideas specific to your day.
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September 13 Other Celebrations
International Chocolate Day marks the birthday of Milton Hershey, born September 13, 1857, the Pennsylvania candy maker who built the first large-scale American milk chocolate operation.
Positive Thinking Day encourages a mindset shift toward optimism, a simple reminder that a positive outlook can genuinely shape how a day, or a life, unfolds.
National Hug Your Hound Day gives dog owners a reason to shower their four-legged companions with a little extra attention, affection, and maybe a treat or two.
Uncle Sam Day commemorates Sam Wilson, the real man behind the iconic Uncle Sam image, who was born on September 13, 1766.
🎂 If Your Birthday Is Today
Born on September 13? The numerology of the number 13 often gets an unfair reputation, but it actually points to transformation, hard work, and a strong foundation built through persistence. Paired with Virgo's practical, detail-oriented streak, you get someone who quietly puts in the work others don't see, and it shows.
Your birthstone is sapphire, long associated with wisdom, loyalty, and clear communication. Your birth flowers are the aster, a star shaped bloom symbolizing wisdom and purity, and the morning glory, which stands for affection and a fresh start each morning it opens.
Looking for a gift that fits all three symbols at once? Sapphire blue jewelry or decor nods to the birthstone, the zodiac sign, and the deep blue purple tones asters and morning glories share in the garden. If you're drawn to crystal healing traditions, Virgo is also associated with a different set of stones, citrine, lapis lazuli, tiger's eye, garnet, green aventurine, and carnelian, each believed to support different aspects of the sign's energy.
