Wednesday 9/11/24 is Patriot Day and is observed annually on September 11th. It is not a federal public holiday, but it is a day of remembrance. Many Americans observe a moment of silence at 8:46 AM (Eastern Daylight Time), the time when the first plane struck the North Tower of the World Trade Center. Throughout the day, memorial events and ceremonies are held across the country to honor the victims and heroes of 9/11.