Welcome to Black History Month 1 Oct 2025

Welcome to Black History Month

October in the United Kingdom isn"t just about falling leaves—it"s about rising voices. Black History Month highlights the achievements, struggles and contributions of Black people. First marked in 1987 by Akyaaba Addai-Sebo, a Ghanaian officer at the Greater London Council, the month was created to inspire pride and representation among young Black people. Since then, it has grown into an annual tradition of learning and celebration.

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Today in History

Black History Month begins
1 Oct 2023Lake Bled, Slovenia
1 Oct 2024Black History Month

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3 Sep 2025St Barbaras Cathedral, Kutná Hora, Czechia
23 Dec 2024Celebrating Festivus
10 Feb 2026Es Vedrà and Es Vedranell, Ibiza, Spain
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30 Jun 2024Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
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22 Dec 2024Christmas tree at Crystal Pier, San Diego, California, United States
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14 Nov 2024Manarola, Cinque Terre National Park, Liguria, Italy
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