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International NFT Day – September 20, 2025

NFTs are the future of digital ownership and September 20 has officially been recognized as International NFT Day. On this day in 2017, the term NFT (non-fungible token) was officially coined in the form of the ERC-721 standard.

Since then, NFTs have become not only an industry of their own, but a cultural phenomenon where communities are built and people come together. Featuring incredible sports moments, breathtaking art, passionate communities, and innovative ideas, digital expression has taken a new meaning with NFTs, and continues to have a huge cultural as well as industrial impact.

International NFT Day is all about celebrating the creators and collectors in the NFT community. It’s also a day for people to learn about NFTs and get started with their own collection. For starters, NFTs are unique cryptographic tokens or digital collectibles on the blockchain. Creating an NFT is referred to as “minting,” and the ability to possess NFTs is secure, verifiable, and in total control of the owner. Any digital asset can become an NFT: images, art, music, videos—the list is endless.

 

History of International NFT Day

In a short period of time, non-fungible tokens (or NFTs) have made their mark in the digital world as tradeable tokens, as well as a form of artistic expression. Add to this the fact that NFTs cannot be replicated or have their ownership manipulated, and the result is a thriving community that’s a haven for passionate creators and collectors.

What began as an exploration of how blockchain can be used has now taken a life of its own. On September 20, 2017, a paper called the ERC-721 standard was published, it would become the template for non-fungible tokens and was the first time the term “NFT” was used. In this proposal, the term ‘Non-Fungible Token’ was first introduced and has become the abbreviation used since the entity’s introduction. International NFT Day marks not only the annual anniversary of this revolutionary publication but also the actual birthday of NFTs.

NFTs have only grown since then, with early staples like CryptoPunks becoming status symbols, Bored Apes reaching mainstream recognition through influencers and celebrities, and huge platforms like NBA Top Shot showing the power of authentic licensed collectibles from major intellectual property. It’s been estimated that the NFT industry is en-route to becoming an $80 Billion industry by 2025, an outlook that solidifies the notion that NFTs are definitely here to stay.

NFTs are more than just an industry, though. Their popularity goes beyond the dollar signs, becoming collectibles that people cherish and identify with. They’ve become a way for collectors to identify people with similar interests, sprouting communities of people that embrace this technology and where it’s headed. International NFT Day is a day to rejoice as an entire community and a significant chance to reflect on the history of how we got here.

 

International NFT Day timeline

May 2014
First “NFT” Quantum is Minted

The widely considered first NFT “Quantum” is minted on the Namecoin Bitcoin fork, long before the concept of NFTs as we know them today was explored.

September 2017
NFTs are Born

The first formal usage of the term “NFT” is used in a publication called the ERC-721 and it goes on to become the standard for building NFTs.

December 2017
Sailing the OpenSea

OpenSea, one of the most active NFT Marketplaces for the entire Web3 space, goes live— rapidly becoming a melting pot of creators, collectors, and NFT enthusiasts.

October 2020
The NBA Top Shot

NBA Top Shot is launched on Flow blockchain and is widely considered the spark that sets off the NFT craze.

September 2022
The First Celebration

Dapper Labs sponsors the first International NFT Day and the first celebration takes place. Want to be a sponsor: learn how.

International NFT Day FAQs

What is an NFT?

Don’t worry if that sounds confusing. NFTs are just digital collectibles that exist on the blockchain. Any digital asset can be made into an NFT: photos, videos—you name it.

What makes NFTs unique?

What makes them unique is the ability to prove ownership, meaning that an NFT can’t be replicated, changed, or moved without the owner’s permission. This provides a new level of security and utility to digital assets. Projects have taken this concept in many directions, authenticating ownership of an NFT to give access to exclusive events, rewards, airdrops, and a range of other forms of utility. All of this is made possible through the public and decentralized ledger known as the blockchain.

How do you start your NFT collection?

All it takes to start collecting your own NFTs is opening a wallet that’s compatible with the NFT you’re interested in. Then, add the currency you need to purchase the NFT you have your eye on, and choose a marketplace or drop page to purchase from. Some NFT projects have their own primary marketplace, while other collective marketplaces such as OpenSea and Rarible, among others, feature NFT collections from multiple blockchains and creators.

International NFT Day Activities

  1. Use the hashtag #NFTDay

    Get the conversation going about NFTs using the hashtag #NFTDay on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. Share your favorite NFT projects and collectibles, discuss the latest NFT trends, and discover more NFTs.

  2. Find an in-person event to attend

    Celebrate International NFT Day by attending one of the many spectacular NFT events and conventions being hosted in locations around the world! Everybody is welcome and you are sure to have a great time.

  3. Mint your first NFT in minutes

    Take your original art and photos to blockchain, completely free, with a frictionless experience. Even if you don’t currently own a wallet, within minutes you can be all set up and ready to mint.

5 Facts About NFTs That Will Make You Start Collecting Them

  1. The value of NFTs is booming

    The NFT market is expected to reach $80 Billion in value by 2025.

  2. CryptoKitties Galore

    NFT giant CryptoKitties famously crashed the Ethereum blockchain for driving a previously unseen amount of transactions.

  3. More and more people are joining the NFT revolution

    It is estimated that 9.3 Million people own at least one NFT as of 2022.

  4. NFTs are super accessible

    Despite big ticket sales making headlines, over 50% of all NFT sales are below $200.

  5. Community brings value to collectors

    One of the true values of collecting an NFT is finding a community that has the same interests as you. Even better, NFT projects often give away free tickets to events, rewards, and other fun things to do together with the friends you make along the way. This is one of the reasons NFT communities are so passionate — there’s intangible value in the connections being made.

Why We Love International NFT Day

  1. NFTs are more than just digital tradeables

    NFTs have also built communities and changed lives. The welcoming NFT community is open to all and has given creators around the world a way to channel their creativity and innovative ideas. NFTs mean a lot to people: They represent self-expression and a chance for people to own something truly unique and authentic.

  2. It’s the birthday of NFTs

    Since September 20 is the day when the term NFT was officially coined, we are celebrating the birthday of this revolutionary digital entity that has opened a world of endless possibilities for immortalizing unique moments, music, art—all the things that matter most to us.

  3. Encouraging more people to join

    We definitely don’t want to keep NFTs all to ourselves! The beauty of the NFT community is that it is open for anyone to join anytime! From NFT beginners to passionate advanced NFT collectors and blockchain lovers—there is something for everyone.

International NFT Day dates

Year Date Day
2025 September 20 Saturday
2026 September 20 Sunday
2027 September 20 Monday
2028 September 20 Wednesday
2029 September 20 Thursday