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Felt Hat Day

Get ready to tip your stylish hats in honor of Felt Hat Day! From fedoras to berets, let's rock our favorite felt accessories in style.

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September 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATESeptember 15

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYStyle

SUBCATEGORYAccessories

INTRO

Introduction

PHOTO

Get ready to don your favorite felt hat and celebrate Felt Hat Day on September 15! This holiday has been observed since the early 1800s, when felt hats were a popular fashion accessory for both men and women. While they may not be as widely worn now, felt hats still hold a special place in fashion history and are often associated with elegance and sophistication. So why not take this day to showcase your unique style and pay tribute to this classic accessory? Whether it's a fedora, derby, or top hat, there's no wrong way to rock a felt hat on this special day!

TIMELINE

Felt Hat Day Timeline

Felt Hat Popularity Rises

During the 1800s, felt hats became a popular fashion accessory for both men and women, symbolizing elegance and sophistication.

Stetson's "Boss of the Plains"

John B. Stetson company introduced "Boss of the Plains," a popular felt hat that became iconic in the western United States.

Felt Hats and Hollywood Glamour

Felt hats became synonymous with Hollywood glamour, often seen worn by movie stars of the Golden Age.

Introduction of Fedora Hat

Fedora, a felt hat with a wide brim and indented crown, was introduced and quickly gained popularity.

Felt Hat Day Becoming Observed

Felt Hat Day is thought to have begun being observed during the 1950s, celebrating these stylish accessories.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate Felt Hat Day

Wear your favorite felt hat

Show off your love for felt hats by wearing your favorite one on this special day. Whether it's a fedora, bowler, or top hat, wear it with pride and style.

HOST

Host a hat making party

Get creative and have a hat making party with your friends! Use different types of felt and decorate them with feathers, beads, and other fun materials to create unique and stylish hats.

VISIT

Visit a hat museum or exhibit

Take the opportunity to learn more about the history and significance of felt hats by visiting a hat museum or exhibit. You may discover new styles and designs that you never knew existed.

ORGANIZE

Organize a hat swap

Gather some friends and have a hat swap party! This is a great way to freshen up your hat collection and try out new styles while celebrating Felt Hat Day.

WEAR

Wear a different felt hat for each activity

Challenge yourself to wear a different felt hat for each activity you do on Felt Hat Day. Whether it's going to work, running errands, or going out with friends, switch up your hats and have fun with it.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love Felt Hat Day

Felt hats offer practical benefits

Not only do felt hats look great, but they also serve practical purposes as well. They offer protection from the sun, warmth in cooler months, and can even cover up a bad hair day! Plus, they come in various shapes and sizes to accommodate different preferences and needs.

Felt hats are timeless and stylish

No matter what your personal style is, there's a felt hat that will match it perfectly. Felt hats have been a fashion staple for centuries and continue to be a popular choice for both men and women. They add a touch of sophistication and can elevate any outfit.

Felt hats are versatile

Whether you're dressing up for a fancy event or going for a more casual look, there's a felt hat that will fit the occasion. You can pair them with dresses, suits, jeans - the possibilities are endless!

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