National Family PJ Day

Rajnandini Roychoudhury
Dec 22, 2023 By Rajnandini Roychoudhury
Originally Published on Mar 14, 2022
Fact-checked by Amatullah Gulbargawala
It's time to put on your most comfortable pajamas and relax on this fun day!


Where is National Family PJ Day celebrated?

This day is celebrated in the US, but anyone in the world can celebrate this fun-filled day.

Who is National Family PJ Day celebrated by?

National Family PJ Day is celebrated by people of all ages who love to snuggle up in their favorite pajamas and spend some quality time with their entire family.

When did National Family PJ Day first start?

National Family PJ Day first began in 2019.

Who started National Family PJ Day?

Soma started national Family PJ Day to enjoy hanging out with our loved ones in comfortable pajamas during Sleep Comfort Month.

History And Timelines

What better way to kick off the holiday season than with a pajama party with your loved ones? Make this day unforgettable by playing jigsaw puzzles or having pillow fights in our best footie PJs.

Traditions And Customs

Set up the camera and snap a shot together at your pajama party while wearing your favorite pajama set.

Ways To Celebrate National Family PJ Day?

Spend this fun day with your loved ones in your pajamas by putting together a jigsaw puzzle, preparing a delicious dessert, or reading a good book. Some people also get some extra sleep on this day. You can even buy some matching family pajamas to wear on this fun day!

Facts And Stats

  • Many stores arrange special discounts on pajamas on this special day in November.
  • On this holiday, many stores offer customized pajamas for families.
  • Soma created this day to urge people to spend time with their families in their favorite PJs.

Pajama's Arrival

Pajamas are believed to have arrived in the Western world around 1870 when British colonials who had adopted them as a substitute for the traditional nightshirt returned home and maintained the habit.

1870s

Embellished Pajamas

PJs were getting more attractive in the early 1900s. Pajamas began to be embellished with ribbons and lace throughout this time.

Early 1900s

Pajamas Made By Designers

The public's obsession with movie stars and new designers like Coco Chanel made pajamas a glamorous item in the '20s. Pajamas were designed to be sophisticated at the time.

'20s

National Family PJs Day

National Family PJ Day was created by Soma in 2019 to celebrate lazing around with our loved ones during Sleep Comfort Month.

2019

What is National Pajama Day?

On November 14, we put on your favorite pair of pajamas to celebrate National Family PJ Day!

How do families celebrate National Family PJ Day?

Families celebrate this day by playing board games, preparing a delicious dessert, or reading a good book.

Who encouraged the celebration of National Family PJ Day?

This fun day was encouraged by people of all ages who enjoy quality family time.

What are some events related to National Family PJ Day?

There are quite a few events related to this day in November!

Who invented the concept of National Family PJ Day?

This day was created by Soma in 2019 to celebrate lazing around with our loved ones during Sleep Comfort Month.

When Is This Day Celebrated

  • Saturday, November 14, 2020
  • Sunday, November 14, 2021
  • Monday, November 14, 2022
  • Tuesday, November 14, 2023
  • Thursday, November 14, 2024

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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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Fact-checked by Amatullah Gulbargawala

Bachelor of Arts specializing in English, Bachelor of Education specializing in the Language Arts

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Amatullah GulbargawalaBachelor of Arts specializing in English, Bachelor of Education specializing in the Language Arts

Amatullah is a passionate student pursuing a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education from Ashoka College of Education. With a keen interest in literature, she has excelled in elocution competitions and is an accomplished writer. She has completed courses like "History of English Language and Literature", "Introduction to Western Political Thought and Theory", and "Development of Soft Skills and Personality". In her free time, Amatullah enjoys reading books and writing poetry.

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