Something on a Stick Day 🍢

Overview

Something on a Stick Day, celebrated annually on March 28th, is an unofficial and whimsical holiday dedicated to enjoying or creating anything that can be served, eaten, or presented 'on a stick.' From classic treats like lollipops and corn dogs to more imaginative culinary creations, the day embraces the fun and convenience of handheld items, encouraging creativity and simple pleasures.

Observed each year on March 28, Something on a Stick Day invites people to pause, share the story, and bring a little themed joy to their day.

Origin and story

The corn dog's popularization is often attributed to German immigrants in the American Midwest in the early 20th century.

The word 'lollipop' is believed to have been coined by George Smith in 1908, reportedly named after a racehorse.

Quick facts

• DateMarch 28
• TypePets / Animals
• Great forPet parents, Shelters, Veterinarians

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Ways to Celebrate Something on a Stick Day

Something on a Stick Day celebrates foods served conveniently on sticks around the world.

Enjoy Food on a Stick

• Corn dogs or popsicles
• Kebab-style foods
• Sweet or savory skewers

Learn About Food on Sticks

• Street Food Culture (Smithsonian Magazine)
  https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/what-makes-street-food-so-good-180971601/
• Skewers Explained (Encyclopaedia Britannica)
  https://www.britannica.com/topic/kebab

Get Creative

• Make your own skewered foods
• Try international recipes
• Focus on fun presentation

Did You Know?

Cooking food on sticks dates back thousands of years and was one of the earliest cooking methods over open fire.

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Fun facts

• The corn dog's popularization is often attributed to German immigrants in the American Midwest in the early 20th century.
• The word 'lollipop' is believed to have been coined by George Smith in 1908, reportedly named after a racehorse.
• The popsicle was accidentally invented in 1905 by 11-year-old Frank Epperson, who left a sugary drink with a stirring stick outside overnight, which froze.
• In Japan, yakitori, a popular dish of grilled chicken skewers, is widely enjoyed and is often served with a variety of sauces and seasonings.
• The first food on a stick is believed to be the ancient Egyptian meat skewers, enjoyed by pharaohs as early as 3000 B.C.

Sources and attribution

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FAQ

When is Something on a Stick Day?

It is observed on March 28 each year.

What is Something on a Stick Day?

Something on a Stick Day, celebrated annually on March 28th, is an unofficial and whimsical holiday dedicated to enjoying or creating anything that can be served, eaten, or presented 'on a stick.' From classic treats like lollipops and corn dogs to more imaginative culinary creations, the day embraces the fun and convenience of handheld items, encouraging creativity and simple pleasures.

How do people celebrate Something on a Stick Day?

Post a story with #something-on-a-stick-day and invite others to try a tiny activity.

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