When is Be a Millionaire Day?

It is observed on May 20 each year.

How do people celebrate Be a Millionaire Day?

Bring the theme into your day—decorate a workspace, cook or bake something inspired by Be a Millionaire, or play music that matches the mood.

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Overview

Be a Millionaire Day, observed annually on May 20th, encourages individuals to dream big about financial success and to take proactive steps towards achieving their monetary goals. It serves as an inspirational reminder to explore financial planning, entrepreneurship, and smart investment strategies, prompting people to visualize and work towards a future of wealth and security.

Observed each year on May 20, Be a Millionaire Day invites people to pause, share the story, and bring a little themed joy to their day.

Origin and story

Many self-made millionaires attribute their wealth to consistent saving, investing early, and living below their means.

The term 'millionaire' first appeared in the English language in 1816.

Quick facts

DateMay 20
TypeCultural / community observance
Great forFriends, Families, Classrooms, Teams

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Ways to celebrate

Bring the theme into your day—decorate a workspace, cook or bake something inspired by Be a Millionaire, or play music that matches the mood.
Add Be a Millionaire Day to your Obscure Holiday Calendar app widget so you get a reminder next year.
Bring Be a Millionaire Day to work or school with a short shout-out in a meeting or group chat.
Write a note or journal entry on why Be a Millionaire Day matters, then set a reminder for next year.
Post a story with #be-a-millionaire-day and invite others to try a tiny activity.

Fun facts

Many self-made millionaires attribute their wealth to consistent saving, investing early, and living below their means.
The term 'millionaire' first appeared in the English language in 1816.
Globally, the number of millionaires (individuals with a net worth of $1 million or more) surpassed 59 million by the end of 2022, according to the Credit Suisse/UBS Global Wealth Report.

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FAQ

When is Be a Millionaire Day?: It is observed on May 20 each year.
What is Be a Millionaire Day?: Be a Millionaire Day, observed annually on May 20th, encourages individuals to dream big about financial success and to take proactive steps towards achieving their monetary goals. It serves as an inspirational reminder to explore financial planning, entrepreneurship, and smart investment strategies, prompting people to visualize and work towards a future of wealth and security.
How do people celebrate Be a Millionaire Day?: Bring the theme into your day—decorate a workspace, cook or bake something inspired by Be a Millionaire, or play music that matches the mood.

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