National Princess Day is a celebration for anyone who admires the charm, courage, and kindness embodied by princesses. From classic fairy tales to modern characters with an independent streak, this day highlights the qualities that make princesses so beloved.
While it began in 2017 as a way to promote The Swan Princess movies, National Princess Day has grown into something more—a chance for people everywhere to recognize and celebrate the unique blend of strength, kindness, and magic that princesses bring to our lives. Inspired by both storybook royalty and real-life role models, this day invites us to embrace those qualities, feel empowered, spread kindness, and connect with a touch of fantasy.
When is National Princess Day Celebrated?
National Princess Day, celebrated each year on November 18, offers a moment to recognize and embrace the strength, kindness, and courage that make princesses so inspiring. If you’re ready to mark this day on your calendar, here’s when National Princess Day will take place over the next several years:
| Year | Date and Day |
|---|---|
| 2024 | November 18, Monday |
| 2025 | November 18, Tuesday |
| 2026 | November 18, Wednesday |
| 2027 | November 18, Thursday |
| 2028 | November 18, Saturday |
| 2029 | November 18, Sunday |
| 2030 | November 18, Monday |
Fun Facts about Princesses
Princesses bring more than elegance to the screen and stories—they carry unique histories and cultural meanings. From the origins of the title itself to the debut of Disney’s first princess, there’s a lot to discover about the role and legacy of these iconic characters. Here are some fun insights to enjoy on National Princess Day:
- The title “princess” comes from the Latin word “princeps,” meaning “first” or “foremost,” highlighting their unique role in royal families.
- Disney’s first princess, Snow White, debuted in 1937, marking the beginning of animated royalty and a new era of storytelling.
- Not all princesses wear crowns! Many modern princesses are celebrated for their courage, independence, and resilience rather than traditional royal attributes.
- Princesses appear in nearly every culture, each with unique stories and qualities that inspire us—from ancient folklore to modern films.
Ways to Celebrate National Princess Day
There are so many fun ways to embrace your inner princess or celebrate the magic of these iconic characters. Settle in for a marathon of your favorite princess movies, from animated classics to inspiring live-action tales, and let the stories sweep you away.
Alternativaly, share a photo of a favorite princess moment or a cherished keepsake on social media using #NationalPrincessDay and #PrincessSpirit to join the celebration. And if you’re feeling creative, dress up as your favorite princess or try a royal-inspired craft.
Before You Go:
We have many more national days lists for you to explore.
- Food-related national days: complete list of national food days, pasta & noodles days, vegan & vegetarian days, mushroom days, ice-cream days, pizza days, coffee days, chocolate days, wine days, alcohol & drinking days.
- Non-food national days: National Days Calendar 2025 (check out the printable calendars in my Etsy shop), National Days for Teachers, and a wide array of special lists such as cat days, dog days, animal days, cleaning & organizing days, book days, music days, family & relationships days, national days for women, stationery days and even Harry Potter days.
- Country-specific national days: Australian national days, more coming soon.
