Batman gets his name from the bat-like cape he wears while fighting crime.
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Batman is a fictional superhero created by Bob Kane and Bill Finger and published by DC Comics. The superhero who made his first appearance in May 1939 is also sometimes known as The Dark Knight and the Caped Crusader. His real name, however, is Bruce Wayne, a billionaire who wears a bat costume while combating crime in the fictional Gotham City.
How to Celebrate?
- Like us, most you of you probably do not need an excuse to revisit your favorite Batman comics, but if you do, today is a good day to do some marathon Batman comic reading.
- Wear a cape and go to work in your Batman costume.
- Watch any of the several Batman movies out there with family and friends. Maybe you could combine it with a Batman themed costume party? Tell all your guests to come dressed as a Batman comics character.
Did You Know…
…that Melbourne, Australia was very briefly called Batmania? It was named after explorer John Batman.
Batman Day Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Thu | May 1 | Batman Day |
| 2026 | Fri | May 1 | Batman Day |
| 2027 | Sat | May 1 | Batman Day |
| 2028 | Mon | May 1 | Batman Day |
| 2029 | Tue | May 1 | Batman Day |
| 2030 | Wed | May 1 | Batman Day |
| 2031 | Thu | May 1 | Batman Day |
| 2032 | Sat | May 1 | Batman Day |
| 2033 | Sun | May 1 | Batman Day |
| 2034 | Mon | May 1 | Batman Day |