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Kiss a Ginger Day

Show your love and appreciation for redheads this Kiss a Ginger Day - smooch those rosy cheeks and make their day!

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January 2027

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

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YEARLY DATEJanuary 12

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFun

SUBCATEGORYSilly

INTRO

Introduction

PHOTO

January 12 is the perfect day to show your appreciation for all things ginger - it's Kiss a Ginger Day! This fun holiday was created in 2009 as a way of promoting acceptance and celebration of people with red hair. It has since grown into an annual tradition that celebrates gingers everywhere, from their unique looks to their fiery personalities.

TIMELINE

Kiss a Ginger Day Timeline

Creation of Kiss a Ginger Day

This fun holiday was created in 2009 to promote acceptance and celebration of people with red hair.

First Global Observance

Kiss a Ginger Day is observed around the world for the first time.

Media Coverage Increases

Major news outlets begin covering the holiday, spreading its popularity.

Kiss a Ginger Day Events

Events celebrating the holiday start taking place, such as meetups and parties.

Holiday Hashtags Trend

#KissAGingerDay becomes a trending hashtag on social media platforms.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate Kiss a Ginger Day

Gather your ginger friends

Invite your ginger friends over for a party and make it an event. You can play games, share stories and memories, and of course, kiss each other!

HOST

Host a ginger potluck

Organize a potluck dinner for all of the gingers in your area. Ask everyone to bring their favorite ginger dishes to share and enjoy some quality time together.

SEND

Send a ginger postcard

Find a postcard with an image of a ginger on it and write a message of appreciation to a special ginger in your life. It’s an easy way to show someone how much you care.

CREATE

Create ginger art

If you’re feeling artistic, draw or paint a portrait of your favorite ginger or make a sculpture out of clay or paper mache. There are endless possibilities!

MAKE

Make gingerbread cookies

Bake some delicious gingerbread cookies with red and orange icing to celebrate Kiss a Ginger Day! You can give them away as gifts or keep them all to yourself.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love Kiss a Ginger Day

Kissing Gingers is fun

What better way is there to celebrate Kiss a Ginger Day than by kissing the gingers you love? Not only is it a sweet gesture, but it's also a great way to show your appreciation for all the special people in your life who bring ginger into your life!

Ginger is flavorful

Ginger adds a delicious burst of flavor to anything it touches, whether it's in the form of a warming cup of tea or to give your stir fry an extra spicy kick. With its sweet and zesty taste, it's a versatile ingredient that can be used in both savory and sweet dishes.

Ginger has health benefits

Ginger has long been touted as a natural remedy for nausea and stomach ailments. Plus, it contains compounds that are thought to reduce inflammation and boost immunity, making it an ideal addition to any healthy diet.