World Goth Day
About World Goth Day
When is World Goth Day? This holiday is always celebrated on May 22
This is a great day! It’s World Goth Day, A May 22 holiday. Perhaps black isn’t your color!? Well, you will be happy to know that being “Goth” isn’t just about wearing only black clothing. It’s a whole sub-culture. So, if black isn’t your color, perhaps you shud look for another lifestyle.
As it should be, everyone who is into the Goth sub-culture now has a day to celebrate who they are. Go out and embrace your inner and your outer Goth today. Today, you should celebrate who you are and your uniqueness. Find a Goth band and enjoy the music.
It’s not just wearing black that makes you Goth. The Goth culture is expressed in fashion, music art, and to some degree, behaviors.
Song of the Day: Paint it Black, by the Rolling Stones
Did You Know? The original Goths were a Germanic tribe. Between the 3rd and 5th centuries, these tribes invaded the Roman Empire from the east. There were two main tribes. The Ostrogoths established a kingdom in Italy. The Visigoths settled in Spain and formed a kingdom. The current Goth culture is in no way related to these earl Goths.
How to Celebrate World Goth Day
Okay….. Just in case you haven’t figured out how to participate in this day………..
- Explore the Gothic culture and lifestyle.
- Determine if it is right for you.
- Wear goth clothing. Everything must be black… everything.
- Attend a gothic band concert.
- Get a tattoo appropriate to the culture.
- Do you know what color to paint your toenails and fingernails?
Today's Chuckle
“I could create a cult, no problem. The hard part is getting people to kill themselves.” – – Howard Stern
History and Origin of World Goth Day
World Goth Day originated in the United Kingdom in 2009. It quickly spread and is now celebrated annually in many countries around the world.
This Day in History
In addition to World Goth Day, here are some other things that happened on May 22:
- The Great Train Robbery occurs. (1868)
- After a 94-year run, the Orient Express takes its final trip across Europe. (1977)
- Actor and director Lord Laurence Olivier was born on this day in 1907.
More May 22 Holidays
Besides World Goth Day, here are more May 22 holidays you will enjoy:
More About Today
This Day in History – Indeed, many other important events occurred on this date in May. See what happened on this date in history.
Famous May Birthdays – Did you ever wonder what famous people share your birth date? If so, then find out now!
Ecards – Send a free Ecard daily for World Goth Day or just about any calendar holiday, occasion, observance, or event. Undoubtedly, it’s fun for both the sender and the recipient.
Flower of the Day: Hyacinth Bean Vine
Recipe of the Day: Pigs ‘n Taters
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