National TMNT Day
National TMNT Day celebrates the beloved franchise of four pizza-loving, crime-fighting turtle brothers who have captured hearts worldwide through comics, TV shows, movies, and merchandise.
Quick Facts
- When is it: March 19th annually
- Tagged as: National Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Day, TMNT Day
- What’s the hashtag: #TMNTDay
- When was it founded: 1993
- Who founded it: Los Angeles Mayor Tom Bradley
History
The day was officially proclaimed by Los Angeles Mayor Tom Bradley in 1993 to coincide with the national release of “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III.” The proclamation recognized the turtles’ positive influence on youth, promoting values like justice, personal integrity, honesty, and good citizenship.
Timeline
- 1983: Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird create TMNT concept
- 1984: First TMNT comic book published
- 1987: First animated TV series debuts
- 1993: TMNT Day established
- 2007: CGI-animated TMNT film released
- 2014: Live-action reboot released
2025 Dates
| Year | Month | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | March | 19 | Wednesday |
| 2026 | March | 19 | Thursday |
| 2027 | March | 19 | Friday |
| 2028 | March | 19 | Sunday |
| 2029 | March | 19 | Monday |
Observed
The day is celebrated by fans worldwide through movie marathons, comic book readings, and cosplay events. Many comic book stores and entertainment venues host special TMNT-themed activities.
Fun Facts About TMNT
- The turtles are named after Renaissance artists
- They were originally created as a parody of popular superhero comics
- The first comic was funded by a tax refund and family loan
- The franchise was renamed “Teenage Mutant Hero Turtles” in some European countries
- The colored masks were introduced in the animated series
Quiz
- Who created the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles?
- What are the names of all four turtles?
- Who is their sensei?
(Answers: 1. Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird 2. Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, Michelangelo 3. Master Splinter)
FAQs
- What do the turtles eat? Pizza is their favorite food
- Who is their main enemy? The Shredder
- Where do they live? In the sewers of Manhattan
- What are their weapons? Each turtle has unique ninja weapons
Related
- Free Comic Book Day
- National Superhero Day
- National Pizza Day
- International Ninja Day
- Comic Book Day
