World Tai Chi and Qigong Day (WTCQD) is observed worldwide every last Saturday of April. This annual event, which began in 1999, promotes the Chinese disciplines of tai chi chuan and qigong, focusing on their health benefits and spiritual aspects. The event was inspired by a mass exhibition and teach-in organized by the Kansas City Tai Chi Club in 1998, which gained significant attention through coverage by CNN Headline News. Celebrations typically start at 10 a.m. local time and involve mass exhibitions and free classes, with each participating school or group determining their own format. Tai chi chuan is a martial art emphasizing spiritual development, while qigong aligns breath, body, and mind for various practices, including meditation and health.