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Celebrate Bisexuality Day

Celebrated on 09/23/2026

Quick Fact

Celebrate Bisexuality Day was first observed in 1999, spearheaded by three bisexual rights activists: Wendy Curry, Michael Page, and Gigi Raven Wilbur. The date, September 23, was chosen to coincide with the birthday of famed bisexual icon Freddie Mercury.

Origins and Establishment of Celebrate Bisexuality Day

Celebrate Bisexuality Day, also known as Bi Visibility Day, was founded in 1999 by three bisexual activists: Wendy Curry, Michael Page, and Gigi Raven Wilbur. The idea arose during a meeting at the International Lesbian and Gay Association conference, where they felt the need for a day to increase awareness of bisexuality and challenge bisexual erasure. The date, September 23, was chosen partly to honor Freddie Mercury, the legendary bisexual frontman of Queen, whose birthday falls on September 5, but the specific date was set for practical reasons.

Evolution and Modern Commemoration

Since its inception, Celebrate Bisexuality Day has grown from a grassroots effort into an internationally recognized observance. Initially celebrated in the United States and a few other countries, it now sees events worldwide, including panel discussions, film screenings, and community gatherings. The day is often part of Bisexual Awareness Week, which runs from September 16 to 23. Modern commemorations focus on visibility, community building, and advocating for bisexual rights, with many organizations using the day to highlight issues such as bi-erasure and mental health disparities within the bisexual community.

Facts & General Observations

  • According to a 2021 Gallup poll, 57% of LGBTQ+ adults in the U.S. identify as bisexual, making them the largest subgroup within the community.
  • Bisexual individuals face higher rates of poverty, depression, and anxiety compared to their gay and lesbian counterparts, according to the Human Rights Campaign.
  • The bisexual flag, designed by Michael Page in 1998, features three colors: pink (attraction to the same gender), blue (attraction to the opposite gender), and purple (attraction to both), symbolizing the blending of identities.

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