Bathtub Day
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Overview
Bathtub Day, observed annually on October 7th, is an unofficial holiday dedicated to celebrating the simple pleasure and utility of the bathtub. It encourages individuals to take a moment to relax, unwind, and enjoy a warm, soothing soak, appreciating the bathtub as a symbol of comfort, cleanliness, and personal sanctuary.
Observed each year on October 7, Bathtub Day invites people to pause, share the story, and bring a little themed joy to their day.
Origin and story
The earliest known personal bathtubs date back to ancient Crete, around 1700 BC, made of hardened pottery.
In 1883, John Michael Kohler repurposed an iron horse trough by enameling it, creating one of the earliest modern cast-iron bathtubs.
Quick facts
- DateOctober 7
- TypeCultural / community observance
- Great forFriends, Families, Classrooms, Teams
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Ways to celebrate
- Bathtub Day lands on October 7 — host a quick nod with Friends, Families and snap a photo.
- Share the story of Bathtub Day on social and tag it with #bathtubday so others can join in.
- Share one fast fact about Bathtub Day: The earliest known personal bathtubs date back to ancient Crete, around 1700 BC, made of hardened pottery.
- Plan something small on October 7: a quick nod to Bathtub Day with friends, family, or coworkers.
- Plan a 10-minute activity that fits the cultural / community observance vibe and make it a mini tradition.
Fun facts
- The earliest known personal bathtubs date back to ancient Crete, around 1700 BC, made of hardened pottery.
- In 1883, John Michael Kohler repurposed an iron horse trough by enameling it, creating one of the earliest modern cast-iron bathtubs.
- The idiom 'Don't throw the baby out with the bathwater' originates from a German proverb, referring to times when bathwater was often murky.
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FAQ
- When is Bathtub Day?
- It is observed on October 7 each year.
- What is Bathtub Day?
- Bathtub Day, observed annually on October 7th, is an unofficial holiday dedicated to celebrating the simple pleasure and utility of the bathtub. It encourages individuals to take a moment to relax, unwind, and enjoy a warm, soothing soak, appreciating the bathtub as a symbol of comfort, cleanliness, and personal sanctuary.
- How do people celebrate Bathtub Day?
- Bathtub Day lands on October 7 — host a quick nod with Friends, Families and snap a photo.
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