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National Braiders Day

On National Braiders Day, we honor the skilled hands and artistic talents of braiders everywhere! Get ready to rock those beautiful braids.

Saturday

August 2026

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

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YEARLY DATEAugust 8

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYCareers

SUBCATEGORYCreatives

INTRO

Introduction

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Mark your calendars for National Braiders Day on August 8, a day dedicated to celebrating the art and skill of hair braiding. This holiday was created by the Braid Love Movement in 2017 to honor and recognize the cultural significance of braids and the talented individuals who create them. Braids have been worn for centuries as a form of self-expression and cultural identity, and on this day we celebrate their beauty and diversity. So whether you're rocking box braids, cornrows, or a classic French braid, embrace your unique style and show some love to all the braiders out there!

TIMELINE

National Braiders Day Timeline

Origins of Braiding

The earliest evidence of hair braiding comes from a burial site known as the Venus of Willendorf in modern-day Austria, dating back to 3500 BCE.

Braiding in Ancient Egypt

Hair braiding was widely practiced in Ancient Egypt, with preserved mummies and artistic depictions showing complex braiding patterns.

Braids as Identity in Slavery

During the Transatlantic Slave Trade, enslaved African women used braids as a secret language to communicate and preserve their identity.

Braids and Black Power

Braids, specifically cornrows, had a resurgence during the Black Power movement in America as a symbol of resistance and pride in African heritage.

CROWN Act

The first CROWN (Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair) Act was passed in California to ensure protection against discrimination based on hairstyles and hair textures.

First National Braiders Day

The first National Braiders Day was celebrated, started by the Braid Love Movement, to honor and recognize the cultural significance of braids and braiders.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Braiders Day

Try a new braided hairstyle

Experiment with different braided hairstyles to celebrate National Braiders Day! You can find tutorials online or ask a friend to help you create a unique and beautiful braid.

SUPPORT

Support local braiding businesses

Show your support for local braiding businesses by getting your hair braided at a nearby salon or purchasing hair products from a local braider. This is a great way to celebrate and support the braiding community.

ATTEND

Attend a braiding workshop

Sign up for a braiding workshop or class to learn new techniques and improve your skills. This is a fun and educational way to celebrate National Braiders Day.

HAVE

Have a braiding party

Invite your friends over for a braiding party! You can all practice different braiding styles on each other and have a fun and relaxing time together.

Share your favorite braided hairstyles on social media

Spread the love for braids by sharing your favorite braided hairstyles on social media using the hashtag #NationalBraidersDay. This is a great way to connect with other braiding enthusiasts and show off your skills.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why National Braiders Day is Important

It encourages self-expression and creativity

Braided hairstyles offer a wide range of options for self-expression and creativity. Whether it's an intricate braid design or a simple braid adorned with beads or flowers, braiding allows individuals to add personal touches to their hair and showcase their unique style.

It honors the art of hair braiding

National Braiders Day celebrates the unique and important skill of braiding hair. It recognizes the cultural importance of this practice and its role in shaping hairstyles and traditions around the world.

It supports small businesses and entrepreneurs

Many braiders are independent business owners, and National Braiders Day brings recognition to their craft and helps promote their services. By celebrating this day, we can show support for small businesses and entrepreneurs who dedicate themselves to hair braiding.

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