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World Trick Shot Day

Push the boundaries of possibility this World Trick Shot Day - a celebration of skill, creativity, and mind-boggling athletic feats.

Tuesday

December 2026

Last updated February 8, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEFirst Tuesday in December

OBSERVED INInternationally

CATEGORYSports

SUBCATEGORYIndividual Sports

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to defy the laws of physics and burst the boundaries of the possible on World Trick Shot Day this December 6! This celebration of ultimate skill, boundless creativity, and remarkable athletic ability is one for all sports enthusiasts and admirers of extraordinary feats. Established by the Harlem Globetrotters in 2016, World Trick Shot Day encourages everyone, from aspiring young athletes to seasoned professionals, to share the most awe-inspiring, jaw-dropping trick shots. Whether it's a basketball snaking through impossible angles into a hoop without net, a soccer ball bending like a boomerang, or a pool ball weaving its magic on a table, it's a day to be amazed and astound with your most incredible trick shots! So grab those sporting gears and let's make this World Trick Shot Day truly unforgettable!

TIMELINE

World Trick Shot Day Timeline

Trick Shot Origins

Trick shots, especially in billiards, began gaining popularity in the late 1800s as a way for players to demonstrate technical prowess and entertain spectators.

Harlem Globetrotters Innovation

The Harlem Globetrotters, a U.S. basketball team known for their athletic comedy, began incorporating trick shots into their games, bringing the concept onto the basketball court.

Golf Trick Shots Emergence

Trick shots in golf emerged in the 1980s with players such as Paul Hahn Jr. and Peter Longo performing at golf exhibitions around the world.

"Dude Perfect" Begins

Five Texas A&M University students created the "Dude Perfect" YouTube channel, which eventually popularized elaborate trick shots online.

World Trick Shot Day Established

The Harlem Globetrotters officially established World Trick Shot Day to celebrate the creativity and skill required to execute trick shots.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate World Trick Shot Day

Attempt a trick shot

Whether it's with a basketball, soccer ball, or even a ping pong ball; try your hand at making the most impressive trick shot you can think of. Don't be afraid to get creative and think outside the box. Remember, practice makes perfect!

HOST

Host a trick shot competition

Gather some friends together and host a trick shot competition in your backyard or local park. Award prizes for the most creative, most difficult, or most surprising trick shots. It will be a hilarious and entertaining way to spend the day.

CREATE

Create a trick shot video

Record your best trick shot attempts and put them together into a video. Add some fun music and cool editing effects to make it even more entertaining. Share on social media to join the global celebration of World Trick Shot Day!

ATTEND

Attend a live sports event

Check out your local sports teams to see if any games or matches are happening on World Trick Shot Day. Watching professional athletes perform incredible trick shots live can inspire and motivate you to improve your own skills.

LEARN

Learn from the pros

Why not use World Trick Shot Day to learn some new skills? Check out instructional videos and tutorials made by professional athletes or trick shot artists. You might just learn the secret to making the perfect trick shot!

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love World Trick Shot Day

Fosters camaraderie and shares joy

Trick shots can be a form of entertainment and shared joy for everyone involved. Whether you're gathering friends for a trick shot competition, or sharing your amazing tricks on social media, it's a fun way to connect with others, share this achievement, and spread positivity.

It's a chance to expand our athletic abilities

World Trick Shot Day gives us the opportunity to push beyond the ordinary and elevate our physical abilities. Through this celebration, we are encouraged to think outside the box and challenge ourselves physically, while having a great deal of fun with our favorite sports.

Promotes creativity in sports

World Trick Shot Day is all about creativity as much as it is about skill. It allows us to experiment with different sports, create our own unique techniques, and perform amazing tricks that others can enjoy and be inspired from.

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