Towel Day is an annual celebration on the 25th of May, as a tribute to the late author Douglas Adams (1952-2001).
On that day, fans around the universe carry a towel in his honour.
Tell us about events you organize on Towel Day, and we will announce them here.
On Towel Day, carry a towel. Where? Everywhere!
Proudly show the world you've observed Towel Day! Post for example a photo or video with your towel in the comments of the annual Towel Day post on the Towel Day Facebook page and enjoy other people's. Some alternatives are the Flickr group for pictures and of course YouTube for videos.
What is happening on Towel Day 2026?
This list is just starting and very incomplete. Know about any Towel Day events we should add? Please mail us!
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Please help us build this list and mail us us about any Towel Day events we should add!
Want to organize a Towel Day event? Inspiration can be found in the Archives
The European Space Agency ESA says: Don't panic and always carry a towel!
Thank you for being part of this & always remember: DON'T PANIC
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It is run by a bunch of Douglas Adams loving ape descendants who thought it was a shame that this domain was parked, and bought it. They are not liable for any incorrect information - the information on this site is provided in good faith, but may be inaccurate. Don't panic.
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