National Tap Dance Day
When is National Tap Dance Day? This day is always held on May 25
It’s National Tap Dance Day, a May 25 holiday. Tap dancing is an art. Not everyone has this skill. But, those who do are very entertaining. Many musicals feature tap dancers. Are you ready to dance? Then, go into your closet and pull out your Tutu. Then, grab your tap-dancing shoes. Today is a great day to tap dance the night away…. and the daytime, too!
This day was created in honor of the birthday of legendary tap dancer Bill “Bojangles” Robinson on May 25, 1878. But, he wasn’t the only person to tap dance into history. There are many more (see below).
Memorable Tap-Dancing Movie: Singin’ in the Rain starring Gene Kelly (1952)
Famous Tap Dancers
- Fred Astaire
- Count Basie
- Vera Ellen
- Gene Kelly
- Ann Miller
- Bill “Bojangles” Robinson
- Ginger Rogers
- Shirley Temple
How to Participate in National Tap Dance Day
You can celebrate National Tap Dance Day in a variety of ways:
- Learn how to tap dance.
- Watch a movie with tap dancing.
- Learn more about tap dancing
- Learn about Bill “Bojangles” Robinson.
Today's Quote
“The mind is like a parachute. It doesn’t work if it’s not open.” – – Frank Zappa
History and Origin of National Tap Dance Day
This Day in History
In addition to National Tap Dance Day, here are some other things that happened on May 25:
- Ford ceases production of the Model “T”. (1927)
- Gateway Arch in St. Louis is dedicated. (1968)
- Poet Ralph Waldo Emerson was born on this day in 1803.
More May 25 Holidays
Besides National Tap Dance Day, here are more May 25 holidays you will enjoy:
National Missing Children’s Day
Towel Day – in the UK
More About Today
This Day in History – Indeed, many other important events occurred on this date in May. See what happened on this date in history.
Famous May Birthdays – Did you ever wonder what famous people share your birth date? If so, then find out now!
Ecards – Send a free Ecard daily for National Tap Dance Day or just about any calendar holiday, occasion, observance, or event. Undoubtedly, it’s fun for both the sender and the recipient.
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