World UFO Day

June 24, Tuesday

July 2, Wednesday

World UFO Day
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World UFO Day is an annual event dedicated to the awareness and acknowledgment of unidentified flying objects (UFOs). It serves as a time for enthusiasts, researchers, and the general public to come together to discuss the possibility of extraterrestrial life and to encourage governments to disclose information related to UFO sightings.

When is World UFO Day Celebrated?
World UFO Day is celebrated on two different dates, depending on the group or region:
- July 2: This date commemorates the alleged UFO crash in Roswell, New Mexico, in 1947.
- June 24: This date marks the first widely reported UFO sighting in the United States by pilot Kenneth Arnold in 1947.

Many people observe the holiday on July 2, making it the more commonly recognized date.

Purpose of the Holiday
The main goals of World UFO Day include:
- Promoting the idea that humans are not alone in the universe
- Encouraging governments to declassify UFO-related documents
- Raising awareness about UFO sightings and encounters
- Bringing together UFO enthusiasts and researchers for discussions and events

How is it Celebrated?
People around the world celebrate World UFO Day in various ways:
- Hosting sky-watching events to look for unusual aerial phenomena
- Organizing conferences, film screenings, and lectures on UFOs and extraterrestrial life
- Sharing personal UFO experiences and theories on social media
- Wearing themed clothing or decorating with alien and UFO imagery

Interesting Facts
- The World UFO Day Organization (WUFODO) was established to promote the holiday and its mission.
- The Roswell incident remains one of the most famous and controversial UFO events in history.
- Interest in UFOs has grown in recent years due to the release of declassified military footage and government reports.

World UFO Day is a fun and thought-provoking holiday that invites people to explore the mysteries of the universe and consider the possibility of life beyond Earth.

World UFO Day

World UFO Day in other years

World UFO Day in other countries

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