1 October 2021 to 31 October 2021 in the UK
1 February 2021 to 28 February 2021 in the US
Black History Month is an annual month‑long observance celebrating the history, achievements, and cultural contributions of Black communities, widely recognised in February in the United States and October in the United Kingdom.
Frequently asked questions
- When is Black History Month 2021?
- Black History Month 2021 is on Friday, 1 October 2021 in the UK and Monday, 1 February 2021 in the United States.
- What day of the week is Black History Month 2021?
- It falls on Friday in the UK and Monday in the United States.
- How is Black History Month calculated?
- In the UK, this observance begins on 1 October and runs until the end of October each year. In the United States, this observance begins on 1 February and runs until the end of February each year.