Date When Celebrated: This holiday is always observed on October 6
Today is Come and Take It Day, an October 6 holiday. This day is here for the taking. Grab it. Take it and run with it. We’re sure it’s going to be a great day.
There is a slight difference between the terms “come and get it” and “come and take it”. The first suggests an offer by someone, and therefore, approval to have whatever “it” is.
We’re not sure what you have been looking for. But, today is the day to reach out for it…… to take it. Use your imagination. But if the taking involves another person in any way shape or form, get their okay before you take it.
How to Celebrate Come and Take It Day
Don’t wait. Just go for it today. It’s there or the taking.
Learn about the Texas Revolution, the reason for this holiday.
Today's Quote
“Better is a little which is done well, than a great deal imperfectly.” – – Plato
History and Origin of Come and Take It Day
The town of Gonzales, Texas holds a Come & Take It Festival each year. It commemorates the firing of the first shot of the Texas revolution on Oct. 2, 1835, which took place near Gonzales.
Some people also believe that this day originated from a of a movie of the same name in 2001. We believe this is coincidental
Come and Take It Day is catchy name for a special day, and sure sounds like a fun day.
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