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Get ready to go wild on Gorilla Suit Day! Don't monkey around - grab your suit and join in on the fun with fellow gorilla enthusiasts.
Get ready to unleash your inner gorilla on January 31 for Gorilla Suit Day! This quirky holiday was first created in 1963 by Don Martin, a cartoonist for Mad Magazine, as a way to celebrate the "absurdity of life". It's a day where people of all ages can dress up in gorilla suits and embrace their wild side. Whether you want to go all out with a full costume or just wear a simple mask, this day is sure to bring some laughter and fun into your life. So don't be afraid to go bananas and join in on the celebration!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1963</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Gorilla Suit Day Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>Cartoonist Don Martin creates Gorilla Suit Day as part of a storyline in Mad Magazine.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1963-1973</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cult Popularity Growth</div><div class='timeline-text'>The idea of Gorilla Suit Day spreads among Mad Magazine's readership, gaining cult status over the next decade.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mainstream Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>Gorilla Suit Day begins to receive mainstream attention, with it being featured and recognized in various media outlets.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Internet Amplification</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the advent of the internet, Gorilla Suit Day reaches a broader audience globally through online celebrations and social media.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Gorilla Suit Day in Pandemic</div><div class='timeline-text'>Despite the global COVID-19 pandemic, Gorilla Suit Day is celebrated at home, with people sharing their celebrations online.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Wear a gorilla suit all day</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Embrace the holiday and wear a gorilla suit all day long! Let your inner primate out and have some fun with it.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a gorilla-themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for a gorilla-themed party! Decorate with banana-themed decorations and have some fun gorilla-inspired treats.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch gorilla documentaries</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the opportunity to learn more about gorillas by watching documentaries about them. You can gain a deeper appreciation for these amazing animals on this special day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go to the zoo dressed in a gorilla suit</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visit your local zoo while dressed in a gorilla suit! You'll surely turn some heads and have a great time pretending to be a real gorilla.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create gorilla-inspired art</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and make some gorilla-inspired art! It can be anything from a drawing or painting to a sculpture or even a gorilla costume. Let your imagination run wild!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a fun and silly holiday</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Gorilla Suit Day is a lighthearted and silly holiday that gives people a chance to let loose, don a gorilla suit, and have some laughs. It's a great way to break out of routine and inject some humor into our lives.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It brings people together</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Gorilla Suit Day is a shared experience - everyone participating is dressed up in the same goofy costume, bringing a sense of unity and camaraderie. Plus, it's always fun to see how creative people can get with their costumes!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It allows for self-expression</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>With so many gorilla suit variations out there, Gorilla Suit Day gives people the opportunity to express themselves in unique and unconventional ways. Whether you prefer a classic full-body suit or want to get more creative with your own design, the options are endless.</p></div></div>
Gorilla Suit Day is celebrated on January 31 every year. In 2024, Gorilla Suit Day will occur on a Wednesday.
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