National Mascot Day

National Mascot Day for the year 2023 is celebrated/observed on Saturday, June 17th. There are until the next observance.

On June 17, National Mascot Day is observed to recognize the spirit of fun that mascots bring to every event. Mascots bring excitement and energy to any game day. People of all ages, both youngsters and adults, appreciate them, and they help them remember their beloved team. California is regarded as the home of some of the most bizarre and wacky sports mascots. Mascot is derived from the French term “mascotte,” which is used to denote items that bring good luck.

📆 When is National Mascot Day?

This year, National Mascot Day is on June 17th. It is the 3rd Saturday in June; in 2024, it is on Monday.

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📜 History of National Mascot Day

The first time a sports mascot for baseball was mentioned in the United States was in 1883, when a youngster named Chic, who worked for the club, gained a reputation for bringing luck to the players. Mascots may be anything that symbolizes luck, whether it be an animal, a human, or both. In the middle of the 20th century, dressed-up mascots made an appearance, allowing teams to select any animal as their representative. Mascots today engage the audience, provide entertainment, and impart knowledge. They now cover the whole continent of America. Mascots are frequently employed to symbolize consumer goods, with Ronald McDonald serving as an example for the fast-food restaurant company McDonald’s.

Band mascots that appear on album covers or at live performances are another method used by musicians to advertise their music. Consider Eddie, the band’s leader, from the well-known English heavy metal group Iron Maiden.

☑️ National Mascot Day facts

✅ Triceratops is the Colorado Rockies mascot
Triceratops became the team mascot after a dinosaur rib was discovered during stadium construction.

✅ Domino’s Pizza had a mascot
Domino’s used to have a mascot named The Noid, but they discontinued using it when a mentally challenged man named Noid felt the figure was based on him and committed suicide.

✅ MGM’s mascot is a real lion
MGM’s mascots have been eight lions.

✨ Things to do on National Mascot Day

⚡ Cheer for your favorite mascot
Attend any of your favorite events and cheer on your favorite mascot. It not only makes the event more enjoyable, but it also fosters passion and team spirit.

⚡ Buy merchandize
Purchase mascot goods. Build your collection while supporting your mascot.

⚡ Read the history
Look at the history of mascots and sports. The two have a colorful history together.

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