National Llama Day is observed worldwide every December 9 to celebrate llamas, domesticated animals native to the Americas. The holiday honors the significance of llamas, which were domesticated by pre-Incan cultures and used as beasts of burden in the Inca Empire. Although the origins of National Llama Day are unclear, some sources suggest it was first celebrated in Canada in 1932 following a drought that affected livestock, while llamas remained resilient. Celebrations typically include visiting llama farms or petting zoos, purchasing llama-themed goods, and sharing llama-related content on social media using hashtags like #NationalLlamaDay. Llamas are valued for their soft wool and are also used as guard animals for livestock.