Date
Wednesday
Oct
22

October 22

National Color Day

Celebrate National Color Day in style with a rainbow of activities and crafts for the whole family - you won't want to miss out!

Yearly Date
October 22
Type
Day

Introduction

It's time to get excited about National Color Day on October 22! This special day has been around since the early 1900s and is a great way to celebrate the beauty of color. It's also an opportunity for people of all ages to explore their creativity by using different colors in art, fashion, and more. So grab your crayons, markers, paintbrushes and let your imagination run wild!

National Color Day Timeline

1800s
Color Theory Emerges
Artists and scientists developed theories about how colors mix and the psychological impact of certain colors, laying foundations for color understanding.
1898
Munsell Color System
Artist Albert H. Munsell creates the Munsell color space, a systematic way to identify and match colors using hue, value, and chroma.
1900s
National Color Day Origin
Earliest mentions of National Color Day begin to appear, aiming to celebrate the beauty and importance of color in our lives.
1950
Pantone's Creation
Pantone, a universal language of color for designers and printers, is created.
1963
Color TV Explosion
Color television becomes mainstream, bringing a new dimension of color to people's everyday lives.
2007
Digital Color Revolution
Emergence of digital art tools makes color selection and manipulation more accessible to everyone, changing the color landscape in art and design.

How to Celebrate National Color Day

1

Create a color wheel

Make a color wheel using paints, colored pencils, or any other medium you prefer. Start with the primary colors, then mix two of them together to get the secondary colors. Add various shades and hues to complete your color wheel.

2

Dress up in your favorite colors

Put on an outfit that is made up of all of your favorite colors. It can be as simple as a white t-shirt and jeans, but with colorful accessories like scarves, hats, jewelry, and shoes.

3

Paint a picture

Choose a favorite photo or landscape and recreate it in whatever medium you choose. Create art with bold and vibrant colors or use more subtle and pastel tones for a softer look.

4

Host a Color Day party

Invite some friends over for a Color Day celebration. You can play games such as “Name that Color” or “Colorful Charades” and decorate with bright balloons and streamers.

5

Color coordinate your home

Spruce up your living space by choosing furniture and decor items in coordinating colors. This will give your home a fresh new look and make it more inviting.

Why We Love National Color Day

A

Color brightens up the world

Colors offer a way for us to bring life and vibrancy into the world. From the fiery oranges of a sunset to the tranquil blues of an ocean, colors let us express ourselves and enjoy the beauty that nature has to offer. Whether it's with art or fashion, color can make anything look brighter!

B

Color creates emotion

Different colors can evoke different emotions in people. Red might bring excitement while blue might evoke relaxation. By picking just the right hue, we can create powerful visuals that will inspire people and evoke strong feelings.

C

Color is a form of self expression

Color is a great way to express yourself and show off your style. Whether it's through your clothes or by painting something, using color is a great avenue to explore creativity and discover new interesting looks. With so many shades and combinations out there, no two looks will ever be the same!

National Color Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Oct 21
Saturday
2024
Oct 21
Monday
2025
Oct 21
Tuesday
2026
Oct 21
Wednesday
2027
Oct 21
Thursday