Date
Wednesday
Nov
20

November 20

National Absurdity Day

On National Absurdity Day, let your silly side shine and embrace the absurd - because life is too short to take things seriously!

Yearly Date
November 20
Type
Day
Category
Fun

Introduction

Get ready to embrace the absurdity of life with National Absurdity Day on November 20! This day was created as a way to celebrate and appreciate all things quirky, nonsensical, and just plain ridiculous. Whether it's telling jokes that make no sense or participating in wacky activities, this holiday encourages us to let go of our serious side and have some fun. So get ready to embrace your inner weirdness and celebrate the absurdities of life on this unique and entertaining holiday!

National Absurdity Day Timeline

1980
Absurdity Day Origins
National Absurdity Day was created in the 1980s as a way to highlight and embrace the ridiculous and nonsensical aspects of life.
1990
Growing Popularity
By the 1990s, the holiday began to grow in popularity as people embraced a day devoted to fun and absurdity.
2000
Absurdity Challenges
Challenges and activities fitting the holiday's theme, like races with absurd obstacles, gained popularity in the new millennium.
2010
Absurdity Day Social Media Presence
With the rise of social media platforms, the holiday began to get more online recognition in 2010.
2018
International Recognition
By 2018, National Absurdity Day became recognized internationally thanks to social media campaigns and viral trends.

How to Celebrate National Absurdity Day

1

Host an absurd themed party

Invite your friends over for a party filled with absurdity! Ask everyone to dress up in ridiculous outfits and serve bizarre food and drinks.

2

Play absurd games

Gather your friends and family for a night of absurd game playing. Choose games that involve silly challenges or outrageous scenarios.

3

Create an absurd art project

Get your creative juices flowing by making an absurd art project. Use unconventional materials and let your imagination run wild.

4

Watch an absurd movie or TV show marathon

Gather some snacks, cozy up on the couch, and binge-watch your favorite absurd movies or TV shows. This is a great way to celebrate while also getting some laughs in.

5

Dress up as your favorite absurd character

Get into the spirit of National Absurdity Day by dressing up as your favorite absurd character from a movie, TV show, or book. Bonus points if you can get your friends to do it too!

Why We Love National Absurdity Day

A

It's a reminder to not take things too seriously

National Absurdity Day was created to celebrate all things absurd and nonsensical - a perfect excuse to let go of seriousness and embrace silliness. Take a break from the stresses of everyday life and have a good laugh on this holiday!

B

It encourages creativity and imagination

Absurdity can inspire out-of-the-box thinking, wacky ideas, and unconventional solutions. On National Absurdity Day, let your imagination run wild and see where it takes you! You might just come up with something brilliant.

C

It brings people together in laughter

There's something infectious about absurdity - it can make even the most serious person crack a smile. Celebrating National Absurdity Day with friends or family can create memorable moments filled with laughter, bonding, and fun memories to look back on.

National Absurdity Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Nov 19
Sunday
2024
Nov 19
Tuesday
2025
Nov 19
Wednesday
2026
Nov 19
Thursday
2027
Nov 19
Friday