National Sunday Supper Day

Supriya Jain
Dec 22, 2023 By Supriya Jain
Originally Published on Apr 01, 2022
Fact-checked by Niyati Parab
National Sunday Supper Day is a dedicated day where families gather around the family table to catch up on life moments.


Where is National Sunday Supper Day celebrated?

National Sunday Supper Day is an annual celebration in the USA, held on the second Sunday of January.

Who is National Sunday Supper Day celebrated by?

The people of the USA celebrate this day by spending some quality time with their families while sharing a meal with them.

When did National Sunday Supper Day first start?

The very first time National Sunday Supper Day was celebrated was in 2012, when it was first founded.

Who started National Sunday Supper Day?

National Sunday Supper Day was an initiative by Isabel Laessig to spend some time with her family when her oldest left for college.

History And Timeline

It was in 2012 when Isabel Laessig felt the need to come up with the idea of having a day meant for families to spend some quality time together and have food together. This thought came to her mind when her eldest daughter left for college.

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Extended Suppers

Extended families' having supper together became a norm.

1800s

Late Supper

For the first time in England, supper was served as late as 1:00 a.m. at an English ball.

1791

Difference Settled

The time difference between dinner and supper was officially accepted.

1900s

New Products

Due to the First World War, new products started being introduced in supper.

'20s

First Celebration

Isabel Laessig and eight other bloggers, along with their families, celebrated the first-ever virtual Sunday Supper Day with a progressive dinner.

2012

Traditions And Customs

As we are growing up, life is getting more complex and busy, with deadlines to meet, bills to pay, and family to look after. But in this process of providing for the family, we are getting out of the habit of spending time with them.

Thus, National Sunday Supper Day is an attempt to provide families with the much-required time to reconnect and share food.

This might include sitting together at the dinner table and chatting, or simply having a picnic day. The customs and traditions associated with them are simple: be with your family, have a home-cooked meal, play some games, sit around the table and revisit memories, and a lot of things involving the family.

Ways To Celebrate National Sunday Supper Day

Every family has its own family traditions and ways to spend time together. Thus, there can be many ways to observe and celebrate National Sunday Supper Day. Here are a few suggestions:

Cook And Eat Together: This can be a fun activity in which all the family members will first cook delicious food together and then eat the meal together.

Play Some Games: You can also play games with your family, but only the ones that do not involve mobile phones.

Go For A Picnic: One of the best ways to celebrate if you have kids is to take them out for a picnic and have a day of rolling on the grass or running on the beach. This will also refresh you for the coming week.

Spread Happiness: There might be families around you that have gone through some tragedy or are facing some issues. Use this day to uplift their mood and provide them with a reason to celebrate.

Facts And Stats

  • The first celebration of National Sunday Supper Day was observed in 2012, between eight bloggers and their families, virtually. The credit goes to Isabel Laessig. Isabel, an entrepreneur, blogger, who has graced many shows like 'Daytime TV Show' on NBC, 'Family Foodie' and 'Great Tampa Bay' on CBS, and 'Morning Blend' on ABC. She loves cooking, a habit she inherited from her grandmother.
  • Isabel Laessig has four kids, and National Sunday Supper Day was the result of her eldest daughter's moving out.
  • Different events are observed across the US on National Sunday Supper Day.

What national day is January 11?

January 11 is celebrated as National Milk Day.

Is there a national day for everything?

Yes, August 3 is Everything Day due to the algorithm picked by social media.

What national day is May 1?

May 1 is celebrated as International Workers' Day, also called May Day.

Who initiated National Sunday Supper Day?

Isabel Laessig was the founder of National Sunday Supper Day.

How does National Sunday Supper Day generate commercial activities?

National Sunday Supper Day generates commercial activities as many families move out of their houses to celebrate this day. They go to picnics, restaurants, and sometimes even arcades.

Why is there a lot of buzz about National Sunday Supper Day?

This day is getting a lot of attention because January is National Supper Month. Apart from that, National Sunday Supper Day provides people with time to bond with their families, which is being skipped due to busy lives.

How is the government promoting National Sunday Supper Day?

The government promotes it by allowing people and making them aware of their responsibility towards their families, not just the financial one, but the emotional one as well. Thus, providing them with time to bond over this holiday.

When Is This Day Celebrated

  • Saturday, January 11, 2020
  • Saturday, January 09, 2021
  • Saturday, January 08, 2022
  • Saturday, January 07, 2023
  • Saturday, January 13, 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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With a background in digital marketing, Niyati brings her expertise to ensure accuracy and authenticity in every piece of content. She has previously written articles for MuseumFacts, a history web magazine, while also handling its digital marketing. In addition to her marketing skills, Niyati is fluent in six languages and has a Commerce degree from Savitribai Phule Pune University. She has also been recognized for her public speaking abilities, holding the position of Vice President of Education at the Toastmasters Club of Pune, where she won several awards and represented the club in writing and speech contests at the area level.

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