Apple is wrapping up its 50th-anniversary celebrations with a final stretch of global events, marking a milestone year for the company.
As part of the commemoration, Apple has been hosting special appearances and events across major cities including Washington D.C., Mexico City, Shanghai, and Tokyo, along with other locations worldwide. The celebrations have been part of a broader effort to highlight Apple’s five decades of product history, design evolution, and cultural influence.
The events have reportedly included surprise performances, employee-focused gatherings, and curated experiences tied to Apple’s ecosystem and creative communities. As the anniversary period comes to a close, Apple is expected to conclude the celebrations with a final internal event at Apple Park, rounding out a month of global activity tied to its 50-year milestone.
As part of its ongoing 50th anniversary celebrations, Apple has been hosting a series of “Today at Apple” events and cultural showcases across its global retail locations, highlighting creativity, accessibility, and entertainment.
On March 24 at Apple’s Carnegie Library store in Washington, D.C., actor Troy Kotsur and Gallaudet University president Roberta Cordano joined Apple accessibility chief Sarah Herrlinger for a discussion on how accessible technology can support creativity and inclusion. Kotsur, who won an Academy Award for his role in CODA, and Cordano, a prominent leader in deaf education, helped spotlight Apple’s ongoing accessibility work.
The celebrations continued across multiple regions:
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In Mexico City, Apple hosted creators and filmmakers involved in Apple TV+ productions such as Las Azules, Acapulco, and Midnight Family at its Apple Antara store
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In Shanghai, a circular runway installation was set up outside Apple Jing’an during Shanghai Fashion Week
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In Tokyo, virtual performer and singer Mori Calliope appeared via live screen at Apple Omotesando
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Additional “Today at Apple” sessions were held in Vancouver and Paris, with more planned in Mumbai
These events follow earlier anniversary highlights, including surprise performances such as Alicia Keys in New York and Mumford & Sons in London, along with celebrations across Australia, South Korea, Thailand, and other countries.
Taken together, the programming reflects Apple’s focus on blending technology, art, accessibility, and global culture as it marks 50 years since its founding.