January 7

National Bobblehead Day

Celebrate National Bobblehead Day with a fun collection of bobbleheads! Get creative and start collecting your favorite characters today!

Yearly Date

January 7

Observed in

United States

Introduction

Celebrate National Bobblehead Day on January 7th and show your love for these fun figurines! Bobbleheads have been around since the early 1800s and were originally made from wood or porcelain. Today, they come in all kinds of shapes and sizes, made out of plastic and featuring your favorite characters from TV shows, movies, sports teams and more. Whether you’re a collector or just enjoy having them as cute decorations around your home, bobbleheads are sure to bring a smile to your face. So on Jan. 7th, get ready to celebrate this special day with all the bobbles in your life!

National Bobblehead Day Timeline

1842

Early Bobblehead Creation

The earliest known bobbleheads, made of ceramic, were produced in China and Japan.

1960

Bobbleheads Enter Mainstream Culture

The 1960 World Series in the United States sparked the popularity of bobbleheads as sports souvenirs.

1990s

Production Innovations

Innovations in production technologies in the 1990s facilitated the widespread production of personalized or limited-edition bobbleheads.

2014

First National Bobblehead Day

The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum in the United States declares January 7 as National Bobblehead Day.

2016

Bobblehead Hall of Fame Opens

The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum officially opens in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, dedicated to the history and creation of bobbleheads.

How to Celebrate National Bobblehead Day

1 Create your own bobblehead

Creating your own bobblehead is a fun and creative way to celebrate National Bobblehead Day. All you need is clay, paint, and a few other craft supplies. Let your imagination run wild and create your own unique bobblehead.

2 Organize a bobblehead swap

Invite a few friends over and organize a bobblehead swap. Each person brings their favorite bobblehead and you can all trade with each other. It's a great way to find new and interesting bobbleheads.

3 Visit a bobblehead museum

There are several bobblehead museums across the country that are dedicated to the art of the bobblehead. Spend some time at one of these museums and learn about the history of bobbleheads and how they have evolved over the years.

4 Collect rare bobbleheads

If you're an avid collector of bobbleheads, why not take National Bobblehead Day as an opportunity to seek out some rare finds? Search through flea markets, antique shops, and online stores to find some rare collectible bobbleheads.

5 Throw a bobblehead party

Throw a party dedicated to the art of the bobblehead. Invite your friends to bring their favorite bobbleheads, decorate with bobbleheads, and even make some special themed snacks featuring your favorite characters.

Why We Love National Bobblehead Day

Bobbleheads are fun and quirky

Collecting bobbleheads can be a great way to add a little bit of quirkiness and charm to any room. There's something about their oversized heads and bouncy motions that makes them so irresistibly cute!

Bobbleheads make great gifts

If you're looking for the perfect gift, consider giving a bobblehead. They come in all shapes, sizes and styles, so no matter who the recipient is, there's sure to be one out there that they'll love.

Bobbleheads are unique additions to any home or office décor

Bobbleheads don't just have to be collectibles - they can also double as decorations! Place them on shelves and desks, or display them in glass cases - either way, they'll bring a smile to anyone who sets eyes on them.