DC Comics has announced the return of Batman Day, the official holiday in celebration of the Caped Crusader and his 75+ years of existence. On September 17, fans can take part in festivities at thousands of comic book shops, bookstores, schools and libraries across the country in honor of the Dark Knight.

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According to an official statement from DC, this year's Batman Day will boast free comic book giveaways and talent signings with several major players behind Batman, including Frank Miller, Scott Snyder, Tom King, James Tynion IV, Greg Capullo, and many more that have yet to be announced.

Additionally, DC is partnering with several Warner Bros. Consumer Products licensees, including Capstone Young Readers, Penguin Random House, Scholastic, DK Licensing, Bendon, and HarperCollins, for all-new Batman products.

The one-day event promises "Bat-centric promotions, fan giveaways and more, all to honor the character that has become a Super Hero to many generations and continues to inspire fans across the globe."

Among last year's Batman Day offerings were the "Batman Endgame: Special Edition" #1 giveaway and signing at Baltimore Comic-Con with creators Scott Snyder, Greg Pak, Jimmy Palmiotti, Amanda Conner, Peter Tomasi, in addition to various other signings across North America.

To sign up for a Batman Day event kit -- which includes activity sheets, trivia, and games -- head over to www.dccomics.com/batmandaykit.

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Stay tuned to CBR News as more Batman Day details are announced...