World Vegetarian Day

Supriya Jain
Oct 02, 2024 By Supriya Jain
Originally Published on Mar 16, 2022
World Vegetarian Day is focused on saving animals from being slaughtered.



Where is World Vegetarian Day celebrated?

World Vegetarian Day is celebrated worldwide.

Who is World Vegetarian Day celebrated by?

World Vegetarian Day is celebrated by all vegetarians in the world.

When did World Vegetarian Day first start?

World Vegetarian Day first started in 1977.

Who started World Vegetarian Day?

World Vegetarian Day was started by the North American Vegetarian Society.

History And Timeline

World Vegetarian Day is celebrated on October 1, every year. The day is celebrated to create awareness of vegetarian diets and the benefits of eating vegetarian food.

Vegetarian Movement

William Alcott started the American Vegetarian Society.

1850

Vegetarian Recipes' Popularity

Anna Thomas authored a cookbook with popular vegetarian recipes.

1972

NAVS Was Established

The North American Vegetarian Society (NAVS) which is a nonprofit educational organization in the US was established in 1974.

1974

World Vegetarian Day

The day was started by the North American Vegetarian Society in 1977. The day was celebrated as they recognized the fact that a vegetarian diet helps to maintain good health and save animals.

1977

Endorsement Of World Vegetarian Day

In 1978, World Vegetarian Day was endorsed by the International Vegetarian Union. The month of October also came to be known as the ‘Month of Vegetarian Food’.

1978

Traditions And Customs

Vegetarians all around the world celebrate World Vegetarian Day to raise awareness to people about vegetarian food. People can participate in the celebrations of this day by eating only vegetarian food and adopting a vegetarian lifestyle as it has health benefits and humanitarian benefits.

They can cook vegetarian food in their home and share it with friends and family. Green vegetables and carrot sticks are very healthy for our bodies.

They include no unsaturated fat, so reduce the risk of heart disease, lower blood pressure, and lower cholesterol. Eating vegetarian food helps you to consume all the necessary vitamins and minerals.

People also share their recipes for vegetarian food with others via social media on this day. There are organizations that celebrate the day by conducting cookery competitions of vegetarian food.

Ways To Observe Or Celebrate The World Vegetarian Day

There are various ways in which we can celebrate World Vegetarian Day. We can celebrate this day by eating only a vegetarian diet and by avoiding non-vegetarian food in our food routine.

If you don't want to give up meat completely, try to eat only vegetarian food just once a week. We can cook vegetarian food in our home and can share the recipe with friends and family.

We can also create channels for cooking vegetable dishes and so can share the recipes of vegetarian food with others as the day brings awareness about health benefits. We can write about the importance of vegetarian food and its benefits for leading a healthy life.

Facts And Stats

  • World Vegetarian Day is celebrated by all vegetarians across the world.
  • World Vegetarian Day aims to raise awareness of the health benefits of eating vegetables.
  • Enjoy a vegetarian diet on World Vegetarian Day.

Why is World Vegetarian Day celebrated?

World Vegetarian Day is celebrated to create awareness about the importance and benefits of a vegetarian diet.

What is the theme of World Vegetarian Day 2020?

The theme of World Vegetarian Day 2020 is to ‘promote vegetarianism’.

Who started World Vegetarian Day?

World Vegetarian Day was started by the North American Vegetarian Society.

When is World Vegetarian Day?

World Vegetarian Day is celebrated on October 1, every year.

How do people celebrate World Vegetarian Day?

People celebrate World Vegetarian Day by eating vegetarian food and by promoting vegetarian food all around the world.

What is the significance of World Vegetarian Day?

World Vegetarian Day is very significant as people should understand the importance and benefits of vegetarian food and the harm we cause animals by eating meat.

What is the history and origins of World Vegetarian Day?

World Vegetarian Day is celebrated on October 1, every year. World Vegetarian Day was started by the North American Vegetarian Society in 1977. The day was celebrated as they recognized the fact vegetarian diet helps to maintain good health and saves the lives of animals.

When Is This Day Celebrated

  • Thursday, October 1, 2020
  • Friday, October 1, 2021
  • Saturday, October 1, 2022
  • Sunday, October 1, 2023
  • Tuesday, October 1, 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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