National Wig Out Day is celebrated on May 23, with its origins tracing back to its creation by sisters Kate and Alice Clark in 2009. Initially a local event in Bellingham, Washington, the holiday encourages participants to wear unusual and colorful wigs as a form of self-expression and fun. The first celebration involved residents donning strange wigs at work and gathering for a neighborhood party afterward. Wigs, which have a long history dating back to ancient civilizations, are made from human hair, animal hair, or synthetic fibers. While wigs were once popular among men in historical contexts, today they are predominantly worn by women as fashion accessories. Activities on this day typically include wearing wigs and styling hair in creative ways to celebrate the spirit of the occasion.