National Hugging Day (United States)

National Hugging Day is an annual event dedicated to hugging in the United States. It was created by Kevin Zaborney, a Christian pastor, and occurs annually on January 21. The day is often accompanied with the organisation of hugging events with the aim of fundraising for charities.

January 21 is the 21st day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 344 days remain until the end of the year.