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World Laughter Day

Spread joy and laughter on World Laughter Day! Get together with friends and family for some light-hearted fun - it's the best way to celebrate!

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World Laughter Day on May 7 is the perfect time to let go of your worries, relax and just laugh! This special day first began in 1998 as a way to spread joy and happiness around the world. It has been celebrated annually ever since, with people coming together in groups to share in the power of laughter. Laughing is not only good for your mental health but it can also boost your physical health too. So why don’t you join us this year and make World Laughter Day a special occasion?

History of World Laughter Day

World Laughter Day Timeline

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1995</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Laughter Yoga Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>In 1995, Indian physician Dr. Madan Kataria introduced "Laughter Yoga", a practice combining yoga techniques and the beneficial aspects of laughter.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1998</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First World Laughter Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Dr. Kataria organised the first World Laughter Day gathering in Mumbai, India, attracting over 10,000 participants.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Reach</div><div class='timeline-text'>By 2000, World Laughter Day had spread globally, with many countries around the world organising events and gatherings to celebrate the annual occasion.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2006</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Scientific Evidence on Laughter Benefits</div><div class='timeline-text'>Studies in the mid-2000s started providing solid evidence that laughter has significant health benefits, further underpinning the importance of World Laughter Day.'</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>World Record</div><div class='timeline-text'>The world record for the most people laughing in one place was broken in 2011 in Denmark, further highlighting the universal appeal of the day.</div></div></div>

How to Celebrate World Laughter Day

<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch a funny movie</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Grab some popcorn, turn up the volume, and pick a classic comedy movie. Nothing brings on a good laugh like watching a favorite movie.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Play a game of charades</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather up some friends and family for a game of charades. An evening filled with laughter is guaranteed.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go to a comedy show</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check out your local comedy club or improv theater for performances that are sure to bring on the laughs.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share funny stories</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get together with family or friends and tell each other funny stories or jokes. Enjoying a good belly laugh with your loved ones is the perfect way to celebrate.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make your own memes</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Create memes that you can share with your family and friends. It's a great way to start conversations and bring on the laughter.</p></div></div>

Why We Love World Laughter Day

<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's good for your health</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Laughter is one of the best forms of medicine - it boosts your mood, reduces stress and releases endorphins, which help you feel relaxed and energized. So spend some time laughing, and you can be sure that it will leave you feeling healthy both physically and mentally!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It helps improve relationships</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Sharing a good laugh with family or friends is an incredibly bonding experience. Not only does it bring people closer together, but it also helps to reduce negative emotions and keeps conversations light hearted. So let out a chuckle or two, and watch how quickly relationships between family and friends are strengthened.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's contagious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>One of the greatest things about laughter is that it is contagious - when you laugh, chances are those around you will join in too. Laughing with others is a powerful way to spread positive energy and build strong connections with those who matter most.</p></div></div>

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When is World Laughter Day?

World Laughter Day Dates

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2023

May 7

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2024

May 5

Sunday

2025

May 4

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2026

May 3

Sunday

2027

May 2

Sunday