Apple Gifting Day

Rajnandini Roychoudhury
Dec 22, 2023 By Rajnandini Roychoudhury
Originally Published on Feb 17, 2022
Fact-checked by Naman Khanna
Giving apples to loved ones on Apple Gifting Day will show them you care.

Where is Apple Gifting Day celebrated?

This day is celebrated in the USA.

Who is Apple Gifting Day celebrated by?

This holiday can be celebrated by any individual who wants to promote good health among friends and family.

When did Apple Gifting Day first start?

The exact origin of this day is unknown, but it is said that this holiday was celebrated before Christ.

Who started Apple Gifting Day?

 The records of who started this day are unknown. However, in ancient Greek and Rome, gifting apples was a tradition.

History And Timeline

In ancient Greek and Rome culture, giving apples on new years day was a tradition that soon spread through England.

Soon, this custom became prevalent in the US once the Europeans started spreading out into different countries.

Fruits As Gifts

The tradition of giving gifts in the form of fruits widely spread across Rome, Greece, and England.

12th-8th century BC

Apples In America

Apples were brought to America during the 17th century.

1600s

Berries And Apples

During this time, apples were referred to as all fruits except berries. Gifts in the form of apples were considered valuable.

17th century

The Apple Barter

Apples were used as a form of payment, especially for education.

1700s

First Apple Day

The first National Apple Day was celebrated on October 21, 1990.

1990

Traditions And Customs

People used to give an individual apple, dried apples, or even an uncooked apple as a present to loved ones.

Ways To Observe Or Celebrate Apple Gifting Day

Celebrate this day by giving small gifts to your family and friends. You could also put an assortment of different apples found in your area and gift an assorted apple box.

Facts And Stats

  • Apple Gifting Day is celebrated in honor of the Greek and Roman traditions of gifting apples as a sign of good luck and good health.
  • Apples imply love and knowledge, and on this day, to mark the new year, people gift each other apples to start the year on a positive note.
  • Many apple orchards either drop prices or give some apples away for free to mark this day.

What is the significance of Apple Gifting Day?

By gifting apples on this day, you wish good health and love for your loved ones.

When was Apple Gifting Day in 2021?

It was on Friday, January 1, 2021.

Who started Apple Gifting Day and when?

The origins of this holiday are unknown. 

Why do people gift apples?

People gift apples to wish good health, love, and abundant happiness for their family and friends.

In which countries do people celebrate Apple Gifting Day?

Apple Gifting Day is celebrated in the USA.

When Is This Day Celebrated

  • Tuesday, December 31, 2019
  • Thursday, December 31, 2020
  • Friday, December 31, 2021
  • Saturday, December 31, 2022
  • Sunday, December 31, 2023

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Written by Rajnandini Roychoudhury

Bachelor of Arts specializing in English, Master of Arts specializing in English

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Rajnandini RoychoudhuryBachelor of Arts specializing in English, Master of Arts specializing in English

With a Master of Arts in English, Rajnandini has pursued her passion for the arts and has become an experienced content writer. She has worked with companies such as Writer's Zone and has had her writing skills recognized by publications such as The Telegraph. Rajnandini is also trilingual and enjoys various hobbies such as music, movies, travel, philanthropy, writing her blog, and reading classic British literature. 

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