Make A Hat Day

Supriya Jain
Dec 22, 2023 By Supriya Jain
Originally Published on Mar 08, 2022
Fact-checked by Sonali Rawat
Make A Hat Day calls on you to organize a hat-making party for religious purposes or just for fun.


Where is Make A Hat Day celebrated?

Make A Hat Day is celebrated magisterially all over the United States.

Who is Make A Hat Day celebrated by?

Make A Hat Day is celebrated by hat enthusiasts, who let their imagination go free to forge and don pretty hats.

When did Make A Hat Day first start?

There are no records to point to the origins of Make A Hat Day.

Who started Make A Hat Day?

There is no information that suggests the identity of the pioneer of Make A Hat Day.

History And Timeline

Hats have so many purposes, from being a shield to being a class emblem, and even a fashion statement. There are religious caps, beanies, dunce hats, pom-pom caps, and so many more.

The first occurrence of titfers is traced to the Bronze Age. Though, no one knows who kicked off this special day to commemorate this accessory that completes your look!

First Hat-Wearing Body Found

In the mountains between Italy and Austria, researchers discovered the body of a man sporting a hat.

3300 BC

Top Hat Appeared

George Dunnage donned a top hat for the first time in England.

1793

Hat Patent

Travel-friendly collapsible top hats were patented for the first time.

1812

Lincoln’s Hat

Abraham Lincoln included a top hat in his signature attire style.

1850

'Top Hat' Is Popular

Musical comedy ‘Top Hat' made the top hat extremely popular.

1935

Traditions And Customs

People, especially kids, find Make A Hat Day exciting. They get around to making wonderful hats to reflect their personality. You too can make them out of paper, cloth, felt, or yarn just the way you please!

Ways To Observe Or Celebrate Make A Hat Day

Love hats and crave to celebrate the day? Here’s what you can do to enjoy this fun holiday.

Throw a grand hat-themed party! Adorn the venue with hats, ask everyone to show up in hats, and prepare a hat-like cake. Hats everywhere!

Collect your sewing stuff and set to make a hat that fits your style!

Arrange hat competitions at school and reward the best hat!

Make crazy hats, with wide or extra wide brims as you please, and adorn them with florals or buckles. Flaunt them openly!

Facts And Stats

  • Make A Hat Day is not the same as Wear A Hat Day which is celebrated on March 26.
  • On Make A Hat Day various events are organized by hat makers across the country.
  • Other than Make A Hat Day, September 15 also celebrates World Afro Day, International Dot Day, and National Cheese Toast Day.

How do you make a crazy hat?

Just collect some paper, newspaper, and glue, and design a funny minion or bunny hat to wear!

How do you make a silly hat?

You can make a hat that looks like a funny cartoon you like, or add some extra elements to make it look silly!

How do you make a hat at home?

You can follow a DIY hat tutorial to make a hat using paper, card paper, yarn, or cloth to make a hat at home.

How do you make a hat out of tiny paper?

Collect craft materials, watch a DIY tutorial for making hats, and create as you watch. Enjoy the activity with your friends!

What are some benefits of celebrating Make A Hat Day?

You can get creative and have fun with your friends and family while flaunting a cool hat made by you!

Who inspired people to celebrate Make A Hat Day?

No records reveal the person who inspired the celebrations of Make A Hat Day.

When Is This Day Celebrated

  • Monday, September 14, 2020
  • Tuesday, September 14, 2021
  • Wednesday, September 14, 2022
  • Thursday, September 14, 2023
  • Saturday, September 14, 2024

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Written by Supriya Jain

Bachelor of Commerce, Master of Business Administration specializing in Marketing

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Supriya JainBachelor of Commerce, Master of Business Administration specializing in Marketing

As a skilled member of the Kidadl team, Shruti brings extensive experience and expertise in professional content writing. With a Bachelor's degree in Commerce from Punjab University and an MBA in Business Administration from IMT Nagpur, Shruti has worked in diverse roles such as sales intern, content writer, executive trainee, and business development consultant. Her exceptional writing skills cover a wide range of areas, including SOP, SEO, B2B/B2C, and academic content.

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Bachelor of Arts specializing in English Literature, Masters of Art specializing in English and Communication Skills

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Sonali RawatBachelor of Arts specializing in English Literature, Masters of Art specializing in English and Communication Skills

Sonali has a Bachelor's degree in English literature from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University and is currently pursuing a Master's in English and Communication from Christ University. With considerable experience in writing about lifestyle topics, including travel and health, she has a passion for Japanese culture, especially fashion, and anime, and has written on the subject before. Sonali has event managed a creative-writing festival and coordinated a student magazine at her university. Her favorite authors are Toni Morrison and Anita Desai.

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