The Day of Belarusian Written Language is observed in the Republic of Belarus every first Sunday of September. Established in 1994 in the city of Polotsk, this holiday celebrates the unity of the Belarusian written language alongside the history and culture of the Belarusian people. The day is marked by various cultural events, including concerts, fairs, award ceremonies, exhibitions, and presentations, typically hosted in cities and towns recognized for their cultural significance and historical heritage. The holiday aims to cherish and protect the spiritual legacy of Belarus, although it is somewhat controversial due to the existence of two orthography variants: the official orthography and Taraškievica, which some advocate should be the official system.