Date
Sunday
Jul
27

July 27

Walk On Stilts Day

Take your balance to new heights and join in on the fun for Walk On Stilts Day - a day full of laughter, challenge, and unique experiences!

Yearly Date
July 27
Type
Day

Introduction

Get ready to elevate your walking game on July 27 for Walk On Stilts Day! This fun holiday celebrates the art of walking on stilts, which has been a popular form of entertainment and transportation for centuries. Stilt walking dates back to ancient civilizations, with evidence found in Egypt and Greece. It's also been used by performers in circuses, parades, and street festivals. Whether you're a professional stilt walker or just trying it out for the first time, this is the perfect day to test your balance and have some fun while doing it!

Walk On Stilts Day Timeline

600 BCE
Stilt Walking In Ancient Greece
Evidence suggests that stilt walking was practiced in ancient Greece as both a form of entertainment and in religious ceremonies.
1800s
Stilt Walking in Rural France
Stilt walking was widely used in the Landes of Gascony in rural France for shepherding and navigating through marshy terrain.
1881
Circus Debut
Stilt walking enters the circus world with P.T. Barnum's 'Greatest Show on Earth', becoming a popular circus skill.
1930s
Stilt Walking in Caribbean Festivals
Stilt walking, known as Moko Jumbie in Trinidad and Tobago, becomes an iconic part of the Caribbean carnival culture.
1998
Guinness World Record
American Jim Dryden sets the Guinness World Record for the fastest marathon on stilts, creating global interest in stilt walking.
2010
First Walk On Stilts Day
The first Walk On Stilts Day is celebrated, encouraging individuals globally to try their hand at this unique skill and form of transportation.

How to Celebrate Walk On Stilts Day

1

Learn how to walk on stilts

Find a tutorial online or sign up for a class to learn how to walk on stilts. It may take some practice, but it will be worth it for the experience and fun on Walk On Stilts Day.

2

Host a stilt-walking parade

Gather some friends and family who can also walk on stilts and organize a stilt-walking parade in your neighborhood or local park. You can even make it a themed parade and dress up in costumes!

3

Attend a circus or carnival

Many circuses or carnivals have stilt walkers as part of their acts. Attend one of these events on Walk On Stilts Day and watch the professionals in action. You may even get some inspiration for your own stilt walking skills.

4

Have a stilt-walking race

Challenge your friends to a stilt-walking race and see who can make it from one point to another the fastest. You can even set up an obstacle course to make it more challenging and entertaining.

5

Create stilt-walking games

Get creative and come up with games that can be played while walking on stilts. For example, you can try playing a game of stilt tag or stilt limbo. This will add a fun and competitive element to your Walk On Stilts Day celebration.

Why We Love Walk On Stilts Day

A

It's a unique and fun way to get around

Walking on stilts is not something most people do on a regular basis, making it a fun and exciting activity to try out. Plus, it allows you to see the world from a different perspective - quite literally!

B

It's a great form of exercise

Walking on stilts requires balance and coordination, making it a great workout for your core muscles. Plus, you can cover more ground in a shorter amount of time compared to regular walking, giving you an efficient and fun way to stay active.

C

It's a chance to be creative with your stilt-walking skills

There are no limits to what you can do on stilts - you can dance, perform tricks or even play games while walking on them! It's the perfect opportunity to let your imagination run wild and show off your stilt-walking talents.

Walk On Stilts Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Jul 26
Wednesday
2024
Jul 26
Friday
2025
Jul 26
Saturday
2026
Jul 26
Sunday
2027
Jul 26
Monday