National Gorgeous Grandma Day: Celebrating Ageless Beauty
This special day celebrates and honors grandmothers and women over 50, encouraging them to embrace their age with style, grace, and vitality while challenging societal stereotypes about aging women.
Quick Facts
- When is it?: July 23rd annually
- Tagged as: #GorgeousGrandma #GrandmaDay
- What’s the hashtag?: #NationalGorgeousGrandmaDay
- When was it founded?: 1984
- Who founded it?: Alice Solomon
History
The holiday was established by Alice Solomon after graduating from Wellesley College at age 50. She created this day to challenge society’s perception of older women and encourage them to embrace their age with confidence and style.
Timeline
- 1984: Alice Solomon creates Gorgeous Grandma Day
- 2006: First official celebrations begin
- 2017: Community celebrations expand nationwide
- Present: Social media amplifies celebration globally
Dates for Coming Years
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | July 23 | Wednesday |
| 2026 | July 23 | Thursday |
| 2027 | July 23 | Friday |
| 2028 | July 23 | Sunday |
| 2029 | July 23 | Monday |
How It’s Observed
People celebrate by organizing special events, sharing family photos, hosting tea parties, and planning activities that make grandmothers feel special and appreciated.
Fun Facts About Grandmas
- The average age of becoming a grandparent in the US is 48
- 75% of US wealth is controlled by grandparents
- 85% of grandmothers bake cookies
- The world’s youngest grandmother was 23 years old
- 43% of grandparents regularly exercise and play sports
Quiz
- Who founded National Gorgeous Grandma Day?
- What year was it established?
- What percentage of grandmas bake cookies?
(Answers: 1. Alice Solomon, 2. 1984, 3. 85%)
FAQs
Q: Who can celebrate this day?
A: Anyone can celebrate, whether they’re grandmothers or women over 50.
Q: What’s the purpose of this day?
A: To challenge age stereotypes and celebrate the beauty and wisdom of older women.
Importance of the Day
This celebration helps break down age-related stereotypes and encourages society to recognize the vibrant, active lives of modern grandmothers while celebrating their wisdom and contributions.
Related Celebrations
- Grandparents Day
- Mother’s Day
- Women’s Day
- Family Day
- Senior Citizens Day