World Laughter Day: Date, Cards, Quotes, Banners & Photos

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World Laughter Day (WLD) is observed on the first Sunday of May. The World Laughter Day came into existence in 1998; the day was introduced by Dr. Madan Kataria, the founder of the worldwide Laughter Yoga Movement. WLD was first celebrated on 11 January, 1998 in Mumbai, India.

World Laughter Day: Date

2025: 04 May, 2025 [First Sunday of May]
2026: 03 May, 2026
2027: 02 May, 2027
2028: 07 May, 2028

It is well said that the strongest and most powerful emotion of the living beings called laughter has all healing properties within it. Laughter is the perfect remedy with all the required ingredients for the healthy life. Laughter can change the mental state of its beholders as well the receiver. Based on above facts the concept of Laughter Yoga was introduced world wide and large number of people benefited from this unique curative therapy. Laughter yoga showed an exponential growth and became popular world wide. It resulted into 6000 Laughter Clubs worldwide on all the 5 continents. The popularity of laughter therapy introduced WLD.

International Laughter Day is celebrated across the world with an aim of promoting world peace, brotherhood and friendship among all.

This day reminds the society that laughter is the best medicine to ward off dangers of modern day monotonous and mechanized lifestyles. People from different walks of life celebrate Laughter Day with great enthusiasm crossing all social, professional and personal barriers.

Different Laughter clubs organize special programs on Laughter Day which includes mass laughter session, peace rallies, blood donation camps, free BP & diabetic tests, jokes and different competitions related to laugh etc.

World Laughter Day Greeting Card:

WLD is an annual event celebrated worldwide to raise awareness about laughter and its many healing benefits, as well as about thousands of community groups around the world – typically known as Laughter Clubs – who regularly practice simple intentional laughter techniques that promote wellness and overall well-being. It is free and open to all.

Everybody knows that laughing feels good, but few realize how valuable these simple tools can be in improving our everyday wellness and wellbeing. Laughter cannot heal or solve anything, but it can help to heal and dissolve everything. Come discover a new happiness workout and meet our community!

What are the health benefits of Laughter?

As we know that laughter is the best medicine.

It relaxes the whole body.
It boosts the immune system. As it decreases the stress hormones and increases immune cells and infection-fighting antibodies and also improve your resistance to disease.
Laughing triggers the release of endorphins. It is a natural feel-good chemical and temporarily relieves pain.
It protects the heart. Laughing improves the functioning of blood vessels and increases the flow of blood.
Laughter burns calories. According to one study, laughing for 10 to 15 minutes a day can burn around 40 calories.
It may even help you to live longer.
It lightens anger.
Laughter helps you relax and recharge.
Laughter eases anxiety and tension.
It strengthens resilience.
It decreases pain.
Relaxes your muscles.
Laughter boosts T-cells. Let us tell you that T-cells are specialised immune system cells just waiting in your body for activation. That is when you laugh you activate T-cells that will immediately begin to help you fight off sickness.
Laughing is a natural exercise.
It is a complementary Cancer Therapy. Some studies show a direct positive impact of laughter in cancer treatment.
Laughter increases blood oxygenation.
It improves memory.
Promotes creativity as well.
Laughter strengthens relationships.