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It's time to break out the picnic baskets and get ready to celebrate International Picnic Day on June 18! This day has been celebrated since the early 19th century and is a great way to get together with friends and family for some quality time. Whether it be at a local park, beach, or in your own backyard, picnics are always a fun way to enjoy good food and company. Plus, you don't even have to worry about cooking or doing dishes afterward – what could be better? So start planning your perfect picnic today and let's make this International Picnic Day one to remember!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1692</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Origin of the Term 'Picnic'</div><div class='timeline-text'>The French term “pique-nique” first appeared in print, referring to a group of people dining in a restaurant who brought their own wine.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Picnics Gain Popularity</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 19th century, picnics grew in popularity in France following the French Revolution, when it became common for people to eat outdoors.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1861</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>American Picnic Tradition</div><div class='timeline-text'>Picnics became a popular form of entertainment in the United States after the Civil War; they were used as a means of raising funds for causes such as war relief and church building.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Picnic Baskets and Blankets</div><div class='timeline-text'>The traditional picnic basket and blanket gained popularity in the mid-20th century as a convenient way to transport and enjoy outdoor meals.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Picnic Popularity Surge</div><div class='timeline-text'>Picnicking saw a surge in popularity due to an increasing desire to reconnect with nature and reduce stress, along with the trend for more informal dining experiences.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Plan a backyard picnic</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Planning a picnic is a great way to celebrate International Picnic Day. Gather your friends, family, and some delicious food, and spend the day enjoying each other's company.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host an outdoor movie night</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Set up the projector, get some snacks and drinks, and enjoy a movie under the stars with your friends and family. This is a great way to spend time together outdoors.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a potluck</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get your friends together for a potluck picnic. Everyone can bring their favorite dish or snack, and you can all enjoy a delicious picnic lunch together.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a local park</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visiting a local park is an easy way to celebrate International Picnic Day. Pack up some snacks and drinks, and spend the day exploring nature and enjoying the fresh air.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go on a picnic hike</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Pack up your picnic lunch, find a local hiking trail, and enjoy the scenic views while you eat. This is a great way to get out into nature with your friends and family.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Picnics are perfect for spending time with friends and family</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Picnics allow us to get out into nature and spend time with the people we care about most. Whether you're having a solo picnic or gathering together with a whole group, talking, sharing stories, and playing games in the great outdoors can help create lasting memories that will stay with us forever.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Picnics are an easy way to have a healthy meal</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>From sandwiches to fruit salad to roasted vegetables, packing foods that are both nutritious and delicious is easy when you're going on a picnic. Plus, you can use reusable containers and cutlery so you don't have to worry about wasting plastic or creating more trash during your outing.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Picnics provide the perfect opportunity for relaxation</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Going on a picnic allows us to take a break from our daily lives and just let go of stress. We can find peace and joy surrounded by nature and make some wonderful memories with our family and friends!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>International Picnic Day Originates from France</h3><p class='facts-content'>The concept of International Picnic Day supposedly traces back to the French, who, after the French revolution, loved to eat meals outdoors, which has now become a cherished gathering across the world.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The World's Largest Picnic Was in Portugal</h3><p class='facts-content'>The largest ever recorded picnic took place in Lisbon, Portugal, on June 20, 2009. The picnic was 600 meters long and fed about more than 22,000 people.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Longest Picnic Table Was Over 1 Mile</h3><p class='facts-content'>The longest picnic table on record was over 1 mile long. Organized by the city of Evron, France, in 2019 with 7,417 people seated around the table.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Picnic Baskets Have Evolved Over Time</h3><p class='facts-content'>Though we associate wicker baskets with picnics, early picnickers used tablecloths or napkins to carry food. The picnic basket like we know it today didn't appear until the 19th century.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Picnic Foods Differ Worldwide</h3><p class='facts-content'>While North Americans may pack sandwiches and chips, a Japanese Hanami picnic would include sushi and sake, and a French pique-nique might feature cheese, bread, fruit, and wine.</p></div></div>
International Picnic Day is celebrated on June 18 every year. In 2024 International Picnic Day will occur on a Tuesday.
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