Wikipedia Day is an occasion to celebrate Wikipedia’s birthday and is celebrated on or around January 15 every year. Wikipedia fans can have typical activities at these events including Wikipedia editors sharing what they did in Wikipedia last year.
Wikipedia Day 2024: History
Wikipedia was established and first edited on January 15, 2001. The Creative Commons registered their website on January 15, 2001. Creative Commons created the free and open copyright system that Wikipedia uses, and Wikipedia is the most enthusiastic community of the free media that Creative Commons promotes.
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Wikipedia Day 2024: Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | January 15 | Monday |
| 2025 | January 15 | Wednesday |
| 2026 | January 15 | Thursday |
| 2027 | January 15 | Friday |
| 2028 | January 15 | Saturday |
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Wikipedia Day 2024: FAQs
What day is Wikipedia’s birthday?
January 15, 2001, since the website was founded and edited on this date.
Who is the founder of Wikipedia?
The founder of Wikipedia are Jimmy Wales and Larry Sanger.