Fountain Pen Day

Fountain Pen Day is celebrated each year on the first Friday of November, bringing handwriting lovers and pen enthusiasts together around the world. The observance was founded in 2012 by Cary Yeager, a passionate collector who wanted to remind people that writing by hand can still be a source of joy in a digital world.

Fountain Pen Day has grown into a well-recognized event within the global writing community. On social media, the observance gathers thousands of participants each year. The official hashtag #FountainPenDay has been used more than 47,000 times on Instagram, while the broader #FountainPen tag appears in over 2.3 million posts, reflecting a strong and active interest in handwriting, ink testing, and pen collecting. This widespread engagement shows that the love for fountain pens remains significant across generations and continues to inspire new enthusiasts around the world.

When Is Fountain Pen Day Celebrated?

Fountain Pen Day is always observed on the first Friday of November. In 2025, it will take place on November 7, marking the 14th year of the celebration.

Purpose of the Day

Fountain Pen Day celebrates the simple pleasure of putting ink to paper. In a world filled with screens, it reminds us that writing by hand can be calming, creative, and deeply personal. People love fountain pens for the smooth flow of ink, the sound of the nib on paper, and the sense of connection they bring to each word.

Why people love fountain pens:

• Writing experience: Fountain pens glide across paper with ease, turning writing into a smooth, comfortable experience. The steady rhythm of the nib helps writers slow down, focus, and enjoy a calm, mindful moment that digital typing can’t offer.

• Inks and creativity: Fountain pen enthusiasts explore thousands of ink colors and effects, from deep blues and warm ambers to shimmering metallics and color-shifting hues that change as they dry. They create ink swatches, test papers, and share their results online, celebrating the endless ways pen, ink, and paper can come together.

• Personal expression: Every fountain pen leaves a distinctive mark that reflects its user’s style. With nibs ranging from fine to flexible, writers can shape each letter, signature, or sketch into something truly personal.

• Sustainability and craftsmanship: Fountain pens combine traditional design with modern engineering and are built to last for decades. They can be refilled again and again, making them a beautifully crafted and sustainable alternative to disposable pens.

How to Celebrate

Fountain Pen Day is about slowing down, enjoying the writing process, and celebrating the community that keeps this timeless hobby alive.

Here are a few ideas how you can join the celebration:

• Write something meaningful: A letter, a postcard, or a short journal entry—anything that lets you enjoy the flow of ink on paper.

• Explore new inks: Try a sample set, experiment with a shimmer or shading ink, or create a color swatch to see how it behaves on different papers. Many people document their findings in “ink journals” or share them online.

• Share your love for writing: Post photos of your favorite pens, handwriting samples, or ink tests on social media with #FountainPenDay.

• Visit pen shops and events: Local and online stores often host meetups, virtual shows, or special promotions.

• Start a collection: Whether you buy a new pen, discover vintage pieces, or simply clean and refill the one you have, it’s all part of the ritual that makes this hobby so rewarding.

Related Days

If you love fountain pens, you’ll probably enjoy a few other celebrations dedicated to writing and stationery.

• National Planner Day (August 1) honors the art of organizing life on paper, while
• Dear Diary Day (September 22) celebrates journaling and self-reflection.
• National Handwriting Day (January 23) encourages everyone to keep handwriting alive.

To discover even more celebrations for pen, paper, and creativity lovers, visit DigitalHygge’s complete list of stationery-related national days ✨