Pokémon Day is observed worldwide every February 27 to celebrate the anniversary of the Pokémon franchise, which began with the release of the original games, Pocket Monsters Red and Green, in 1996. The day commemorates the creation of the franchise by Satoshi Tajiri, who was inspired by his childhood interest in collecting creatures. Celebrations include various offline and online events organized by The Pokémon Company, such as exclusive announcements, new releases, tournaments, and contests. Fans can participate by playing Pokémon games, watching the anime series, trading cards, cosplaying characters, or purchasing merchandise. The first Pokémon Day was held in 2016 to mark the 20th anniversary of the franchise, and since then, it has become a significant event for fans around the globe.