March 25 - 📖 Tolkien Reading Day: One Does Not Simply Skip This Holiday! 🏰
What is Tolkien Reading Day?
March 25th is Tolkien Reading Day, the day when fans of The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, and all things Middle-earth come together to honor J.R.R. Tolkien’s legendary works. If you’ve ever dreamt of escaping to Rivendell, questing to Mount Doom, or debating whether second breakfast is a necessity (it is), this day is for you.
Created to encourage people to pick up and read Tolkien’s books, this holiday is a celebration of epic storytelling, mythical lands, and the undeniable power of good vs. evil. Also, it’s a great excuse to speak exclusively in riddles and dramatic monologues all day.
Who Started This and Why?
The holiday was established in 2003 by the Tolkien Society, an organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the work of J.R.R. Tolkien. They chose March 25th because it marks the day the One Ring was destroyed in Mount Doom, leading to the defeat of Sauron in The Lord of the Rings.
Yes, that means this isn’t just a day for reading—it’s also the anniversary of Middle-earth’s greatest victory! If that’s not a reason to celebrate, we don’t know what is.
Why Celebrate Tolkien Reading Day?
Because hobbits have better life priorities (food, naps, and more food). 🍞🍽️
Because Tolkien basically invented modern fantasy. 🏰
Because Gandalf would absolutely approve of more people reading. 📚✨
Because the world is chaotic, and escaping to Middle-earth sounds like a solid plan.
Because you never really need an excuse to re-read The Lord of the Rings for the hundredth time.
10 Ways to Celebrate Tolkien Reading Day Like a True Middle-earth Dweller
1. 📖 Read (or Re-read) a Tolkien Book
Crack open The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, or even The Silmarillion (if you’re feeling scholarly).
Bonus: Read aloud in your best dramatic narrator voice.
2. 🍵 Host a Hobbit-Style Feast
Cook a proper hobbit meal with second breakfast, elevenses, and afternoon tea.
Bonus: Make Lembas bread (and try to eat just one—spoiler: you won’t).
3. 🎭 Speak Only in Tolkien Quotes for the Day
If someone asks you how your day is going, just say, “A wizard is never late, nor is he early. He arrives precisely when he means to.”
Bonus: Confuse your coworkers with Elvish phrases and dramatic one-liners.
4. 🗺️ Try Your Hand at Writing Elvish
Download an Elvish script guide and write your name in Tengwar (Elvish script).
Bonus: Leave mysterious notes around for people to decipher.
5. 🎥 Movie Marathon (Extended Editions, Obviously)
Gather some fellow Tolkien fans and watch The Lord of the Rings trilogy (yes, extended editions only—this is a serious commitment).
Bonus: Count how many times Frodo dramatically stares into the distance.
6. 🧝 Dress Like a Tolkien Character
Whether it’s Gandalf’s robes, an Elf’s cloak, or full Hobbit attire, go all out.
Bonus: If you have a sword (real or fake), today is the day to dramatically wield it.
7. ✏️ Write Your Own Middle-earth Tale
Take inspiration from Tolkien and write a short fantasy story or poem.
Bonus: Make up your own fictional language like Tolkien did! (Or at least invent one epic-sounding word.)
8. 🌳 Take a Tolkien-Inspired Nature Walk
Pretend you’re Frodo and Sam setting off on an adventure and go for a long walk in nature.
Bonus: Stop and appreciate trees the way Treebeard would.
9. 🃏 Play a Middle-earth Trivia Game
Test your knowledge with Tolkien trivia (e.g., What is the name of Bilbo’s sword?)
Bonus: Turn it into a competition—losers have to speak in riddles for an hour.
10. 🍻 Drink Like a Dwarf (Non-Alcoholic Version Acceptable)
Find a cozy pub, coffee shop, or tea house and toast to Middle-earth with a drink in hand.
Bonus: Say “To the Shire!” every time you take a sip.
Final Thought:
Tolkien Reading Day isn’t just about books—it’s about adventure, storytelling, and embracing the magic of Middle-earth. So whether you’re reading, feasting, or quoting Gandalf like it’s your job, make sure to celebrate in true Tolkien fashion.
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