J.R.R. Tolkien Day

J.R.R. Tolkien Day is January 3rd

This holiday is the Commemoration of the birth of John Ronald Reuel (J.R.R.) Tolkien in 1892. It celebrates his world famous fantasy writings that have become part of mainstream culture with such titles as The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. 

History

The legendary Lord of the Rings author has been worshipped by fantasy novel fans for many years now, so it’s only natural that Tolkien’s birthday (January 3rd) is celebrated among them every year.

How to Celebrate

The classic means of celebrating Tolkien’s birthday is of course a day long movie marathon of the Hobbit and Lord of the Rings films. You could also spend the day reading the books that inspired the films (though it is quite a bit of reading). Lots of fans also like to cosplay the many characters Tolkien created.

Check out any of his works from your local library or learn up on Tolkien himself online and discover what his inspirations were.

Many love and adore Tolkien and his fantasy worldbuilding, this holiday brings fantasy nerds together to appreciate the enjoyable fantastic storytelling that he’s built a legacy on.

Ways To Share on Social Media

• Share your favorite Tolkien works and implore followers on social media to do the same
• Discuss how Tolkien may have been an inspiration to you or those you know
• Talk of how you first discovered Tolkien’s works or the movies which they inspired
• Share photos of  moments embracing Tolkien through either cosplaying or staying in and enjoying a movie

“All that is gold does not glitter,
Not all those who wander are lost;
The old that is strong does not wither,
Deep roots are not reached by the frost” - J. R. R. Tolkien