Spring day

September 21, Saturday

Argentina, Bolivia, South Africa celebrate the beginning of spring, conventionally, on 21 September, one or two days before the actual spring equinox. This day also marks Students' Day. Spring day traditions in South Africa range from having a traditional braai to shaving your head and beard. In many townships, children celebrate Spring Day by spraying each other with water. However, in some urban settlements everyone participates.

Spring day in other countries

• Bolivia
• Uruguay