March 14
International Fanny Pack Day
A fun observance on the second Saturday of March celebrating fanny packs while promoting charitable food donations to fight hunger.
Nick Yates
Individual Initiative
Nick Yates from Portland, Oregon invented the observance in 2007 after a compassionate act of giving food from his fanny pack to a homeless man inspired him to launch a charitable campaign donating food to the poor and needy using fanny packs.
Introduction
Get ready to retro-rock your favorite hip accessory on International Fanny Pack Day this March 9! Fanny packs, also known as bum bags or waist packs, were a fashion staple in the fabulous late 80s and early 90s. They are making quite a comeback these days and we are here for it! This incredibly practical and brilliantly simple accessory was invented by an Australian woman named Melba Stone in 1962. Since then, fanny packs have seen a roller coaster of popularity - from being a must-have item, to a fashion taboo, and now making their big-time comeback as a fashion-forward accessory. So, dust off your bright neon fanny pack from the back of your closet and wear it with pride for International Fanny Pack Day! We're excited to reminisce about the good old days and embrace the revival of this handy and useful hip bag. Let's snap those buckles and bring the 90s back in style!
International Fanny Pack Day Timeline
How to Celebrate International Fanny Pack Day
1
Organize a fanny pack fashion show
Make this day memorable by hosting a fanny pack fashion show. Encourage your friends and family to participate by donning their most stylish or outrageously themed fanny packs. Award prizes for categories like most creative, funniest, biggest, or most vintage.
2
Create a custom fanny pack
Unleash your creativity and design your own fanny pack. With some basic sewing skills, you can craft the perfect pack that suits your personal style. Opt for a simple design or go all-out with embroidered appliqués, vibrant prints or neon fabric.
3
Launch a fanny pack photo challenge
Start a social media challenge under an exciting hashtag like #InternationalFannyPackDay. Ask friends and followers to share pictures of how they style their fanny packs, and the most unique or nostalgic entries could get featured on your page.
4
Plan a fanny pack-themed party
Celebrate with a themed bash where fanny packs are the dress code and the center of all activities. Play pin-the-pocket on a giant fanny pack or have a scavenger hunt where all clues are stashed inside different bags!
5
Do a fanny pack swap
Gather a group of friends, each bringing a pre-loved or new fanny pack. Each participant picks a randomized number, and in that order, choose a bag. It's a fun way to update your accessory collection and honor this handy invention.
Why We Love International Fanny Pack Day
It brings back nostalgic memories
International Fanny Pack Day is a chance for us to remember and appreciate the fashion trends and pop culture of the 80s and 90s, providing a fun trip down memory lane for those who lived through these funky and flamboyant decades.
It provides an opportunity to showcase creativity
Whether it's creating a custom fanny pack or styling it for a fun photo challenge, International Fanny Pack Day encourages us to explore our creative side and express our individuality. It's a fun way to mix flavors of the past with contemporary design trends.
It's a celebration of practical fashion
Fanny packs have proven that fashion can be both stylish and functional. They keep your belongings organized and readily accessible while adding flair to any outfit. So, on International Fanny Pack Day, we celebrate this iconic accessory for its unique blend of utility and style.
Holiday Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
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| 2023 | Saturday | |
| 2024 | Saturday | |
| 2025 | Saturday | |
| 2026 | Saturday | |
| 2027 | Saturday |
