Embrace a regal attitude and indulge in a bit of royal treatment. November 18 is National Princess Day! Princes are invited to participate, too, of course!
Many children (and adults!) are drawn to fairy tales that feature royal adventures, dragons to defeat, and kingdoms to save. Today is the perfect day to engage your imagination in a bit of magical thinking and add a touch of enchantment to your life!
We have five fun ways to help you celebrate National Princess Day on November 18 — or any day you want to feel like royalty!
1. Start with a giggle.
Q. What's the easiest way to find a princess?
A. Follow the footprince!
2. Get fancy.
Put on your best outfit and add accessories like a faux pearl necklace, feather boa, or gloves. Top off your look with a tiara or crown, then head out on the town!
Getting dressed in fancy clothes can make even a trip to the grocery store feel extra special, but you can also make plans to attend a royal event, such as:
- Princess Dress Up (Ages 3-6) at Westridge Recreation Center (takes place every month)
- Ao1 presents Shrek the Musical at West Bowles Community Church on November 24-25 & November 30-December 2
- Magical Princess Parties at Cherokee Ranch & Castle on December 10 & December 17 (the November 26 event is sold out)
- Disney on Ice presents Frozen & Encanto at Ball Arena from December 1-3
- The Princess Bride: Live Cinema Event at the Pikes Peak Center on February 9 & 10
- Disney's Frozen at The Buell from June 19-July 3, 2024
3. Discover royal relations.
Princesses aren't just in fairy tales. Several countries around the world — including Belgium, Brunei, Denmark, Japan, Jordan, Luxembourg, Morocco, Netherlands, Norway, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Sweden, Thailand, and the United Kingdom — have royal families.
Many monarchies have a long history that dates back hundreds or even thousands of years. Do some research, draw a map, and create your family tree to see if you have any royal relations.
4. Learn to curtsy and bow.
Bowing or curtsying has been a common practice in aristocratic and royal circles throughout history. It is a matter of courtly etiquette. Bowing or curtsying is a way for individuals to show respect for the monarchy and the monarch's role as the symbolic head of state.
Different cultures have their own traditions and protocols when it comes to interacting with royalty, and what's considered "proper" varies from country to country. Watch this Royal Guide to Bowing and Curtsying from BBC Select to learn how to perfect the bow and curtsy if you are traveling to England.
5. Have a family movie night.
Dress up your regular movie night with a royal flair. Buy frozen hors d'oeuvres like mini quiches or Spanakopita at your local grocery or warehouse store. Serve up a plate of cheese and crackers. Make chicken salad and cucumber tea sandwiches. Or simply buy edible glitter to sprinkle onto your bowl of popcorn.
Disney has ensured that there is no shortage of princess movies featuring favorites like Cinderella, Belle, Ariel, Snow White, Elsa, and many others. Beyond the well-known Disney princesses, here are a few of our other favorites:
- Anastasia (G)
- The Princess Diaries (G)
- The Swan Princess (G)
- Enchanted (PG)
- The Princess Bride (PG)
- Shrek (PG)
