Make A Gift Day is observed in the United States on December 3 each year. It’s a wonderful opportunity to delight your loved ones by making them a gift with your own hands.
History
The tradition of giving gifts dates back millennia. In ancient Egypt, offerings were presented to pharaohs at coronations and funerary rites; in ancient Greece, people lit candles on cakes to ward off evil spirits and exchanged tokens of goodwill.
Interesting Facts
- The largest gift ever given is the Statue of Liberty, presented by France to the United States in 1886.
- In Japan on Valentine’s Day, women traditionally give chocolate gifts to men.
- Exchanging jerseys between captains began after a football match between France and England as a gesture of sportsmanship.
- At Italian weddings, guests sometimes purchase pieces of the groom’s tie to help fund the newlyweds’ future.
How to Take Part
There are many ways to celebrate Make A Gift Day: craft a handmade present for a friend or family member, organize a gift-making party, or even treat yourself to a DIY project.
When is Make A Gift Day in 2025?
Make A Gift Day is observed on December 3 each year.
Observations
Weekday | Month | Day | Year |
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Wednesday | December | 3 | 2025 |
Thursday | December | 3 | 2026 |
Friday | December | 3 | 2027 |
Sunday | December | 3 | 2028 |
Monday | December | 3 | 2029 |