National BJ Day

National Steak and BJ Day is an unofficial holiday celebrated on March 14th, exactly one month after Valentine’s Day. It was created as a humorous and satirical response to the romantic gestures of Valentine’s Day, focusing on fulfilling men’s desires with two simple pleasures: steak and oral intimacy. The day is lighthearted, controversial, and often discussed as a meme rather than a formal observance.

Quick Facts

When is it? March 14th
Tagged as: Food & Drink, Hobbies & Activities, Sex & Nudity
What’s the hashtag? #SteakAndBJDay
When was it founded? 2002
Who founded it? Tom Birdsey, a radio DJ

History

The holiday originated in 2002 when Boston radio DJ Tom Birdsey humorously proposed it on WFNX radio. It quickly gained traction online as a male-centric counterpart to Valentine’s Day. While some criticize it as sexist or patriarchal, others see it as playful fun. The day has also been used to raise funds for breast cancer awareness.

Timeline

1998: Dave Rickards proposes March 20 as “Steak and Knobber Day” on San Diego’s KGB radio.
2002: Tom Birdsey officially coins “Steak and BJ Day” on WFNX radio in Boston.
2010s: The holiday gains popularity online through memes and social media.
Present: Celebrated worldwide by some as a humorous tradition.

Dates by Next Year (2025–2030)

Year	Month and Date	Day
2025	March 14	Friday
2026	March 14	Saturday
2027	March 14	Sunday
2028	March 14	Tuesday
2029	March 14	Wednesday
2030	March 14	Thursday

Observed

National Steak and BJ Day is observed by cooking a steak for one’s male partner, followed by oral intimacy. The day is meant to be lighthearted, though participation depends on mutual consent and humor.

Fun Facts About

Coincides with Pi Day (March 14), creating an overlap of celebrations for math lovers and meat enthusiasts alike.
A female equivalent, “Cake and Cunnilingus Day,” is celebrated on April 14th.
Some use the day to promote charitable causes like breast cancer research.

Quiz

What date is National Steak and BJ Day celebrated?
Who is credited with founding this holiday?
What food item is central to the celebration?

(Answers: 1. March 14th; 2. Tom Birdsey; 3. Steak)

FAQs

Q: Is National Steak and BJ Day an official holiday?
A: No, it is an unofficial holiday popularized through internet memes and social media.

Q: Can women celebrate this day too?
A: While it’s marketed toward men, couples can adapt the day however they see fit based on mutual enjoyment.

Q: What happens if Valentine’s Day wasn’t celebrated properly?
A: Some view this holiday as conditional—if Valentine’s Day efforts were lacking, partners may choose not to participate.

Importance of National Steak and BJ Day

The day humorously highlights the dynamics of relationships, encouraging couples to celebrate each other in unique ways while sparking discussions about gender roles in holidays.