National Bluebird of Happiness Day was created to honor the bluebird, a bird which has been revered by many cultures for centuries. The bluebird is often seen as a symbol of good luck and happiness, making it the perfect bird to celebrate on this special day.
When is National Bluebird of Happiness Day?
Every year, National Bluebird of Happiness Day is celebrated on September 24.
Why Bluebirds are Considered Good Luck
The bluebird is a popular symbol of hope, new beginnings, and good luck. People from all over the world have believed in the power of the bluebird, and many different cultures have their own stories and traditions surrounding this beautiful bird.
One of the most well-known symbols of the bluebird is happiness.
In China, for example, the bluebird is known as the “Happiness Bird.” This is because the Chinese word for bluebird (qing niao) sounds very similar to the words for “joy” or “happiness.” According to Chinese legend, if you spot a bluebird, it means that your happiness is on its way.
Here in North America, the bluebird is considered a sign of springtime and renewal.
In Native American folklore, bluebirds are also associated with happiness. However, they are also seen as a symbol of hope, and the arrival of a bluebird signals the end of a dark time or a difficult situation.
Another common symbolism associated with bluebirds is new beginnings.
In many cultures, including Europe and North America, seeing a bluebird can mean that a new chapter is about to begin in your life. This could be something big, like starting a family or buying a home, or something small, like making a new friend or trying something new.
The bluebird first became widely popular in the West thanks to the 1908 play by Belgian playwright and poet Maurice Maeterlinck “The Blue Bird” which ran on Broadway in 1910. In the story, two children named Tyltyl and Mytyl are sent on a quest to find the “Blue Bird of Happiness.” While on their journey, they meet with many different mythical creatures before finally finding the Blue Bird deep in the forest of Happiness. The story ends with the two children waking up from their dream and realizing that the Bluebird of Happiness was within them all along.
How to Celebrate National Bluebird of Happiness Day
How can you celebrate this bird holiday?
On this special day, many bird lovers will go out into nature to try and spot a bluebird.
Or consider adding a bluebird house to your yard! The Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s NestWatch website has free downloadable plans for making your own bluebird house.
Be sure to go out and celebrate this special bird day by spending time in nature or even putting up a bluebird house in your yard. And don’t forget to appreciate these wonderful creatures every day, not just on National Bluebird of Happiness Day!
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