National Princess Day

Keerthana Ramasamy
Dec 22, 2023 By Keerthana Ramasamy
Originally Published on Mar 17, 2022
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Where is National Princess Day celebrated?

National Princess Day is celebrated nationwide in all states in the US.

Who is National Princess Day celebrated by?

The day can be celebrated by anyone. Children around the world celebrate it with great joy.

When did National Princess Day first start?

National Princess Day has been observed since 2017 to pay homage to the Swan Princess film, which came out on November 18, 1994.

Who started National Princess Day?

The day was created after the successful movie 'Swan Princess' which was released on November 18, 1994. It was started by the Texas-based entertainment company, Nest Family Entertainment.

History And Timeline

Let's learn about the 'Swan Princess' movie history.

Nest Family Entertainment

Nest Family Entertainment produced the 'Swan Princess' and was founded in 1980 by Jared F. Brown, Stephen W. Griffin, and Seldon O. Young, a former Disney employee.

1980

Reales Of The Film

The animated musical fantasy film 'Swan Princess' was released in 1994. It was based on the ballet 'Swan Lake'.

November 18,1994

Film Series

After the box office success, the 'Swan Princess' began as a film series in 1997. 'The Swan Princess: The Secret of the Castle' was the direct-to-video sequel to the animated film.

1997-Present

National Princess Day

On November 18, 2017, the day of the original movie's release, the studio announced the idea of National Princess Day.

2017

25th Anniversary

On the 25th anniversary of the 'Swan Princess', Seldon Young, the producer, revealed his ideas for an HD remake of the original movie, which went live in 2019.

2019

Traditions And Customs

National Princess Day allows us to throw a princess-themed party. All you have to do is dress up, take control, and be your favorite Disney princess for the day.

The day also gives us a reason to step out of our norms and be ready to accept new challenges, as princesses do.

While being a princess, don't forget to spread awareness about the day using #NationalPrincessDay on social media.

Ways To Observe Or Celebrate National Princess Day

The best way to celebrate this day is by dressing up as your favorite princess, be it Snow White or Cinderella.

On November 18, treat yourself to something fashionable, flawless, and fabulous that'll make you feel like a princess. Schedule a facial, manicure, pedicure, or massage, and treat yourself to the best.

If you have kids, stick to a fairy tale themed party with princess-inspired foods like cakes, brownies, cupcakes, a castle, a crown, and the series of recent movies like 'Princess Diaries' and Disney princess movies like 'Sleeping Beauty', and 'Snow-White', and other animated princesses.

Don't forget to dress up your little girl in pretty dresses to give life to her inner princess and make her feel like she is in a fairy tale.

Adults can focus on sparkly decor and drink their favorite beverages.

Other simple ways to celebrate are by gathering a group of friends for happy hour and giving them a princess tiara to feel like royalty and for a festive touch. 

Facts And Stats

  • The 'Swan Princess 'was released in the mid-'90s and produced by a former Disney employee.
  • If you have been planning to take ballet classes for a long time now, November 18 is a perfect time. The popular 'Swan Princess' film is based on the ballet Swan Lake and was released in 1994.
  • Since 1994, the 'Swan Princess' series has continued to grow, with the seventh movie being released in 2017. The year it was honoured with National Princess Day.
  • Did you know that Pocahontas is the only Disney princess based on a real-life person, and Snow White is the youngest Disney princess? This day teaches us that real princesses exist and that they can be of any age. It also teaches us to keep our dreams alive and do good deeds.

Question: What is the significance of National Princess Day?

The day recognizes the hidden princess in everyone.

What is the history and origin of National Princess Day?

National Princess Day was created for family entertainment and for girls of every age to have a day to celebrate like royalty and feel like their favorite princess.

Why do little girls love National Princess Day?

It's because the holiday is dedicated to the idea that all children, no matter who they are, can be princesses.

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    Written by Keerthana Ramasamy

    Bachelor of Engineering specializing in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

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    Keerthana RamasamyBachelor of Engineering specializing in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

    With a background in electrical and electronics engineering from Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College, Keerthana brings a unique blend of technical expertise and creative flair to her role as a content writer. Her natural curiosity and passion for exploring new career paths led her to the exciting world of content marketing, where she has honed her content optimization, SEO, and Google Analytics skills. Keerthana's experience as a Content Marketing Specialist at GetMyUni has provided her with hands-on experience in digital marketing and editing, allowing her to create engaging and impactful content.

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