National Give Someone a Cupcake Day
May 8, Thursday
History of the holiday
The holiday was established by Brad Adkins and was first celebrated in 2019. Since then, it has gained popularity in the U.S. as a day when people give cupcakes to one another, whether homemade or bought from a bakery. Cupcakes have become a symbol of friendship, gratitude, and kindness.
Interesting facts about cupcakes
- The first mention of a dessert similar to a cupcake appeared in the 1796 book "American Cookery" by Amelia Simmons.
- The term "cupcake" was first used in 1828 in a cookbook by Eliza Leslie.
- In the U.S., approximately 800 million cupcakes are eaten every year.
How to celebrate National Give Someone a Cupcake Day
- Bake cupcakes at home and share them with coworkers, friends, or neighbors.
- Buy cupcakes from a local bakery and give them to random passersby.
- Organize a charity event where you distribute cupcakes in your community.
- Share photos of your cupcakes on social media using the hashtags #NationalGiveSomeoneACupcakeDay and #GiveSomeoneACupcakeDay.
National Give Someone a Cupcake Day is a wonderful opportunity to spread kindness and make someone's day a little sweeter.