World Redhead Day

If you are the lucky owner of red hair, World Redhead Day is just for you. Red is the rarest hair color, and the number of people with red hair decreases every year.

History

The origin of World Redhead Day has multiple versions. One suggests that in the 1980s, Californian Stephen Douglas created the International Union of Redheads, encouraging proud redheads to unite.

Another version stems from an event in Holland, where an artist searching for a red-haired model accidentally gathered around 100 red-haired girls in Asten on the same day. The meeting was such a success that the group decided to meet every year, giving birth to the redheads’ festival.

Interesting Facts

Why was a holiday created to celebrate red-haired people?

1. Only 1-2% of the world’s population has red hair.
2. Red hair results from a specific gene mutation. Due to this gene’s recession, fewer red-haired people are being born over time.
3. In ancient times, red-haired people were often mistreated, as red hair was associated with evil or supernatural forces.

How to Take Part

If you have red hair, join the celebration! If you can’t attend a festival, you can start a social media flash mob. Consider throwing a party for other redheads in your city. If you love the color red, this is the perfect opportunity to change your look and dye your hair!

When is World Redhead Day in 2025?

World Redhead Day is observed on May 26 each year.

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