The great hugging day was created and first celebrated in 1986. Since 1986, it occurs annually on the 21st of January. The day is observed in many other countries as well. However, the U.S. holiday is the original one.

The idea of this great holiday is to encourage people to hug their family and friends. Some people even give free hugs to strangers, but you'd better ask first if you are not quite sure of the response!


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