It is observed on May 10 each year.

How do people celebrate Shrimp Day?

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

Shrimp Day — Obscure Holiday Calendar

Overview

Shrimp Day, celebrated annually on May 10th, is a special occasion dedicated to appreciating and enjoying one of the most widely consumed and versatile seafood items globally. This unofficial holiday encourages people to savor shrimp in all its culinary forms, from grilled and fried to steamed and stir-fried, highlighting its popularity across various cuisines and cultures.

Observed each year on May 10, Shrimp Day invites people to pause, share the story, and bring a little themed joy to their day.

Origin and story

There are over 2,000 known species of shrimp found in both fresh and salt water environments worldwide.

Shrimp are decapods, meaning they possess ten legs, and are closely related to crabs and lobsters.

Quick facts

DateMay 10
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 Shrimp, or play music that matches the mood.
Bring Shrimp Day to work or school with a short shout-out in a meeting or group chat.
Plan something small on May 10: a quick nod to Shrimp Day with friends, family, or coworkers.
Shrimp Day lands on May 10 — host a quick nod with Friends, Families and snap a photo.
Post a story with #shrimp-day and invite others to try a tiny activity.

Fun facts

There are over 2,000 known species of shrimp found in both fresh and salt water environments worldwide.
Shrimp are decapods, meaning they possess ten legs, and are closely related to crabs and lobsters.
Some species of shrimp can swim backward very quickly by rapidly flexing their abdomen and tail in a motion known as a 'tail flip'.

Sources and attribution

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FAQ

When is Shrimp Day?: It is observed on May 10 each year.
What is Shrimp Day?: Shrimp Day, celebrated annually on May 10th, is a special occasion dedicated to appreciating and enjoying one of the most widely consumed and versatile seafood items globally. This unofficial holiday encourages people to savor shrimp in all its culinary forms, from grilled and fried to steamed and stir-fried, highlighting its popularity across various cuisines and cultures.
How do people celebrate Shrimp Day?: Bring the theme into your day—decorate a workspace, cook or bake something inspired by Shrimp, or play music that matches the mood.

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