Date
Monday
Nov

November 4

National Chicken Lady Day

Celebrate National Chicken Lady Day with the ultimate comfort food - cook up your favorite chicken dish and enjoy it with family and friends!

Yearly Date
November 4
Type
Day
Category
Cause

Introduction

Get ready to celebrate National Chicken Lady Day on November 4! This day was created in 2013 by a group of chicken enthusiasts from across the country to honor all the amazing women who have dedicated their lives and love to raising, caring for, and promoting chickens. Whether you're an experienced chicken lady or just getting started with your own flock, this is a great opportunity to recognize these hardworking ladies and connect with other like-minded people.

National Chicken Lady Day Timeline

1900s
Rise of Urban Farming
The early 1900s saw a surge in urban chicken raising, often by women who wanted to contribute to family sustenance.
1950
Modern Poultry Industry's Birth
The 1950s witnessed the birth of the modern poultry industry, with more women involved in the management and promotion of poultry businesses.
1970s
Poultry Science Advancement
In the 1970s, scientific advancements led to improved chicken care and breeding methods, with women contributing significantly to this field.
1990s
Urban Hen-Keeping Return
In the 1990s, urban hen-keeping experienced a renaissance, with "chicken ladies" at the forefront advocating for local food production and animal welfare.
2013
First Chicken Lady Day
"National Chicken Lady Day" was first celebrated to recognize women's contributions to caring for, raising, and promoting chickens.

How to Celebrate National Chicken Lady Day

1

Bake a chicken

Baking a perfect chicken is a great way to celebrate National Chicken Lady Day. Make sure to coat it in spices, herbs, and butter for an extra special treat.

2

Go to a chicken farm

Visit your local chicken farm and see all the chickens in their natural habitat. You'll be able to appreciate them more when you get up close and personal with the birds.

3

Make a chicken craft

Create something special for National Chicken Lady Day by making a chicken craft. Paint a wooden chicken, make a paper mache hen, or fold some origami chickens.

4

Organize a potluck

Gather your friends and family together and organize a potluck dinner featuring dishes with chicken as the main ingredient. Everyone can showcase their favorite recipes.

5

Visit a chicken restaurant

Take time to visit your favorite chicken restaurant on National Chicken Lady Day. Whether it's KFC, Popeyes, or your local mom and pop spot, enjoy some delicious food!

Why We Love National Chicken Lady Day

A

Chicken is nutritious

Chicken is a lean source of protein that is high in vitamins and minerals like B vitamins, phosphorus, magnesium, and iron. Eating chicken can provide you with the essential nutrients your body needs to function properly, so why not enjoy it on National Chicken Lady Day?

B

There are lots of ways to cook chicken

Grilled, baked, fried - no matter how you prepare it, chicken can be cooked in countless delicious ways. Plus, using different herbs and spices you can create unique flavors that will transform plain old poultry into an amazing culinary masterpiece!

C

Chicken supports small farmers & ranchers

By purchasing locally-sourced chicken at farmers markets or from small farms and ranches, you are doing your part to support small businesses and help the local economy grow. Plus, you know you're getting top quality ingredients that have been raised responsibly and ethically by people who truly care about their animals' welfare!

National Chicken Lady Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Nov 3
Friday
2024
Nov 3
Sunday
2025
Nov 3
Monday
2026
Nov 3
Tuesday
2027
Nov 3
Wednesday