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Laugh at Work Week

Get ready to LOL all week long - it's Laugh at Work Week! Get your office mates together for some hilarious team building activities and boost morale.

Thursday

1–7

April 2027

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

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YEARLY DATEApril 1-7 (week)

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYCareers

SUBCATEGORYWorkplace Wellness

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to laugh away the workweek with National Laugh at Work Week, which occurs during the first week of April! This week-long celebration was created by humorist and author John Morreall in 2005 to promote the benefits of incorporating laughter into the workplace. Not only does it improve morale and relieve stress, but it also boosts creativity and productivity. So get your colleagues together and share some jokes or funny stories – after all, laughter is the best medicine for a busy work life!

TIMELINE

Laugh at Work Week Timeline

Creation of Laugh at Work Week

Laugh at Work Week is established by American humorist John Morreall to encourage fun and laughter in the workplace as effective means of stress relief and team building.

First Celebrations

Businesses around the United States celebrate the first annual Laugh at Work Week, engaging employees with comedic activities to boost morale.

Growing Interest Internationally

The concept of Laugh at Work Week begins to spread internationally, with companies around the world starting to organise similar events to boost workplace morale and productivity.

Research Supports Laughter's Benefits

Scientific studies begin to emerge supporting Morreall's claims about the positive effects of laughter in the workplace, including improved creativity, stress relief, and team cohesion.

Pandemic Workspace Laughter

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic forcing many to work from home, companies continue to celebrate Laugh at Work Week remotely, demonstrating the resilience and importance of workplace laughter and camaraderie.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate Laugh at Work Week

Host a joke telling session

Gather your coworkers and take turns telling your favorite jokes. This is a great way to bond and share some laughs with each other.

HAVE

Have a meme competition

Create a meme competition and have everyone submit their best work. The winner can receive a small prize or bragging rights for the week.

DRESS

Dress up as your favorite funny character

Encourage everyone to dress up as their favorite comedic character or celebrity. This will surely bring some laughter and fun to the workplace.

ORGANIZE

Organize a desk decorating contest

Have a competition for the most creatively decorated desk with a funny theme. This will bring some humor and creativity to the office.

WATCH

Watch a funny movie or TV show during lunch

Take a break from work and gather in a break room or conference room to watch a funny movie or TV show during lunch. This will give everyone a chance to relax and have a good laugh together.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love Laugh at Work Week

It brings people together

Laughter is contagious, and when coworkers come together to share a laugh, it creates a sense of camaraderie and unity. This strengthens relationships and helps teams work better together, making for a more cohesive and productive workplace.

It promotes a positive work environment

Laugh at Work Week encourages coworkers to have fun and enjoy each other's company. This can lead to increased productivity, improved communication, and better morale in the workplace. Who doesn't want to work in a happy and positive environment?

It reduces stress

Let's face it, work can be stressful. But taking some time to laugh and have fun can help alleviate that stress. Laughing releases endorphins, which are known as "feel-good" hormones, and can have a positive effect on our mood and overall well-being.

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