World UFO Day 2024 is observed on July 2. This day is a way to make people aware of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and increase interest in space and extraterrestrial life. It is also a day for people to gather and watch the skies to spot UFOs, if any. Every year, people worldwide take this opportunity to share their excitement around UFOs, while posting fun facts about UFOs and spreading their love for the subject. As we prepare to celebrate World UFO Day 2024, here is what you should know about the World UFO Day date, history and significance.

World UFO Day 2024 Date

World UFO Day 2024 is celebrated on July 2. This annual celebration is marked on July 2, as it is a reminder of the Roswell incident. The Roswell incident involves myths and events around the 1947 crash of a United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) balloon near Roswell, New Mexico. The approximate date of this crash was believed to be July 2.

World UFO Day Significance

Every year, the celebration of World UFO Day is focused on understanding, expressing and celebrating the excitement and interest that a lot of people have on the subject of UFOs and extraterrestrials. The first World UFO Day was reportedly celebrated by UFO researcher Haktan Akdogan in 2001 on June 24. However, now the celebration of World UFO Day is on July 2 each year, in association with WUFDO (World UFO Day Organisation).

World UFO Day Celebration

On the occasion of World UFO Day, people celebrate with trivia and unique aspects of UFO sightings, their existence and the theories surrounding extraterrestrials. People also encourage governments to declassify their files on UFO sightings over the years.

In recent times, there have been various discussions and revelations on UFO sightings that are usually kept under wraps. We hope World UFO Day 2024 brings all the love and excitement about UFOs and aliens to you. Happy World UFO Day 2024!

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