March 27

International Scribble Day

A fun observance on March 27 celebrating creativity through scribbling to promote kindness, acceptance, and self-expression regardless of artistic ability.

Yearly Date

March 27

Observed

Internationally

Introduction

Mark your calendars for International Scribble Day on March 27! This special day celebrates the art of doodling, whether you’re a professional artist or an amateur doodler. It's time to get creative and have some fun! The history of doodling goes back centuries, with some of the earliest examples being found in Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics. Today, many people use this form of expression to draw out their thoughts and feelings. So grab your pen and paper and get ready to get artistic on International Scribble Day - it's sure to be a blast!

International Scribble Day Timeline

2015

Inception of International Scribble Day

International Scribble Day was first celebrated, created to inspire children and adults alike to express themselves creatively through doodles and scribbles.

2016

First International Participation

Schools and educational institutions around the world began participating in the event, making it a truly international day.

2017

Scribble Day Goes Online

The creation of an online portal enabled participants worldwide to share their creations, fostering a sense of global community.

2018

Corporate Participation

Several global corporations started celebrating Scribble Day as an outlet for employees' creativity, promoting a healthy work–life balance.

2019

Art Therapy Recognition

Psychologists and therapists officially recognized International Scribble Day as an opportunity for art therapy, praising its mental health benefits.

2020

Virtual Scribble Day

Amid the global pandemic, the celebration continued virtually, proving the resilience and universal appeal of this creative expression form.

How to Celebrate International Scribble Day

1 Create a Scribble Artwork

Grab a piece of paper and some markers, crayons, or colored pencils and start scribbling. See what kind of artwork you can create!

2 Host a Scribble Party

Invite your friends over for a fun, creative evening of scribbling. Supply all the materials needed for scribbling and let your guests express themselves.

3 Scribble on the Sidewalk

Take a pack of sidewalk chalk and draw some fun designs on the sidewalk or driveway. You can even draw a game board and challenge your friends to a game of hopscotch.

4 Make Scribble Greeting Cards

Gather some construction paper, glue, markers, and other craft supplies and make some creative greeting cards with scribbles. You can even send them to friends and family around the world!

5 Scribble in a Sketchbook

Grab an empty sketchbook and start doodling your thoughts, ideas, and dreams. Who knows what kind of masterpieces you can create?

Why We Love International Scribble Day

Scribbling is relaxing

One of the best things about scribbling is that it can be a great form of stress relief. Sitting down with pen and paper and just letting your thoughts flow freely is calming and therapeutic. So why not take time out of your day to relax and get creative with some scribbles!

It's easy & fun

Anyone can grab a piece of paper and start doodling or drawing - you don't need any special skills or equipment! Scribbling allows you to express yourself without the pressure of having to make perfect artworks. And who knows, you might even come up with something amazing and unexpected in the process!

Sparks creativity & imagination

When we scribble, our imaginations run wild and our creative juices start flowing. This helps us stretch our minds and come up with ideas from new perspectives, which is essential for problem solving in both our personal lives and professional careers. So why not celebrate International Scribble Day by getting those pens out?!