September 28

National Chris Day

Calling all Chrises! It's your day to shine - celebrate National Chris Day by spreading joy and showing off your unique name.

Yearly Date

September 28

Observed

Internationally

Introduction

Mark your calendars because September 28 is National Chris Day, a day dedicated to celebrating all those with the name Chris! This holiday originated in 2008 as a way to honor and appreciate individuals with this popular name. If you have a friend, family member or colleague named Chris, be sure to give them some extra love and recognition on this special day. And for all the Chrises out there – enjoy being in the spotlight and bask in the love and admiration from those around you. Happy National Chris Day!

National Chris Day Timeline

2008

National Chris Day Origin

National Chris Day originated as an appreciation day to celebrate all individuals named Chris.

2009

First Year Anniversary

The first anniversary of National Chris Day is recognized, with people named Chris around the world celebrating their unique name.

2012

Recognition on Social Media

Social media channels began recognizing the holiday, further increasing its exposure and the number of celebrants.

2015

Increased Awareness

The awareness of National Chris Day increased, with more people organizing special events and initiatives to celebrate the holiday.

2018

Decade Anniversary

The holiday celebrated its 10th anniversary, marking a decade of recognition for people named Chris.

How to Celebrate National Chris Day

1 Host a Chris-themed party

Invite all your friends named Chris to a party in their honor! Decorate with Chris-related decorations and have fun games and activities centered around the name.

2 Send handwritten notes to all the Chrises you know

Take the time to write out personalized notes to all the Chrises in your life, thanking them for being a part of your life and celebrating their name.

3 Create a Chris-inspired playlist

Gather all the songs with "Chris" in the title or lyrics and make a playlist to listen to throughout the day. Bonus points if you can find songs by famous Chrises such as Chris Brown or Chris Stapleton.

4 Attend a Chris-themed event

Check your local events calendar for any Chris-themed events happening on National Chris Day. It could be a concert, art exhibit, or even a stand-up comedy show featuring a Chris comedian.

5 Volunteer at a charity with Chris in the name

Find a charity organization with "Chris" in their name and spend the day volunteering to give back to the community in honor of National Chris Day.

Why We Love National Chris Day

It's a day to celebrate our friends and family members named Chris

National Chris Day is a special day for all the Chrises in our lives. It's a chance to show our appreciation for them and all the ways they enrich our lives. Whether it's a friend, sibling, parent, or significant other, this day is dedicated to celebrating the amazing people named Chris!

There are so many famous and influential people named Chris

From actors like Chris Evans and Chris Hemsworth, to musicians like Chris Martin and Chris Stapleton, there are countless successful and talented individuals who share the name Chris. National Chris Day is a great time to acknowledge their contributions and celebrate their achievements.

Chris is a popular and timeless name

The name Chris has been around for centuries and continues to be a popular choice for parents today. It's a timeless name that has stood the test of time, and National Chris Day is a great opportunity to celebrate its enduring popularity and charm.