National Knock Knock Joke Day

Where is National Knock Knock Joke Day celebrated?

National Knock Knock Joke Day is celebrated all across the United States.

Who is National Knock Knock Joke Day celebrated by?

This holiday is celebrated with joke lovers who happen to be fans of knock-knock jokes!

When did National Knock Knock Joke Day first start?

The first instance of the National Knock Knock Joke Day celebration is unknown even today. The day was celebrated on October 31 alongside Halloween.

Who started National Knock Knock Joke Day?

There is no factual evidence that credit the creation of National Knock Knock Joke Day to anyone in particular.

History And Timeline

1606

Shakespeare Makes His Mark

Shakespeare's work 'Macbeth' features the porter, who recites the famous words 'Knock, knock! Who's there?' in a comical tone!

1929

Knock-knock Jokes Appear In Children's Book

Henry Bett's book 'The Games of Children': Their Origin and History features a knock-knock joke in the book through a game known as 'Buff,' where a child banged a stick while uttering the words 'Knock-Knock,' to which the rival would reply with a 'Who's there?'

1934

Newspapers Catch On

The first published appearance of knock-knock jokes is seen in 1934 when a newspaper columnist used it in a story. The joke went 'Knock-Knock,' 'Who's there?', 'Rufus,' 'Rufus who?', 'Rufus the most important part of your house.'

1953

Global Recognition

Knock-knock jokes garner a fan following in various other countries, with variations coming from France, Korea, Japan, and the Netherlands. As the joke gained more popularity, it became a regular part of Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-in Show during the late '60s.

2015

Knock-knock World Record

Andrea and Alex Rose from Texas tell 24 knock-knock jokes in one minute, setting a world record for the most knock-knock jokes in one minute.

Traditions And Customs

Since the inception of National Knock Knock Joke Day, the day has been used traditionally as an excellent occasion to celebrate by coming up with great knock-knock jokes to make people laugh or smile and promote the positive effect of laughter.

Do remember you have to stick to knock-knock jokes only!

Ways To Observe Or Celebrate National Knock Knock Joke Day

Celebrating National Knock Knock Joke Day is quite straightforward! All you need to do is spend the day telling knock-knock jokes. If you are more of a creative person, you can write your knock-knock jokes.

You can make it a family event by inviting friends and family and holding a competition for the best knock-knock jokes, and since National Knock Knock Joke Day is on the same day as Halloween, you can tell some good jokes while knocking the doors for treats.

You can also post your knock-knock jokes on social media to spread the positiveness of laughter.