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National Bubble Week brightens the calendar every third week of March, celebrating the simple joy and wonder of bubbles. This week-long event, originally started by Hasbro, welcomes the spring season with iridescent fun for all ages. Gather your wands, prepare your solutions, and step outside to fill the air with shimmering spheres!
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History of National Bubble Week
Bubbles occur in nature although fleeting and unreproducible. The man-made version has been around for millennia, first recorded in coincidence with the first record of soap in 3000 B.C. when Sumerians began production. This discovery of bubbles kickstarted a tradition of playing with soap and colors.
As soap began to spread across the world, bubbles followed with their beautiful iridescence. Soap bubbles made bath time more fun for children in Medieval Europe, helped da Vinci ponder the concept of surface tension, and dazzled Newton with their colors. The soap bubble has even made itself a staple in literary devices across the globe, often used as a symbol of the “transience of human life,” or to represent beauty.
Since time immemorial, soap bubbles have fascinated children. While younger children may be content with watching, as they get older, they are quick to participate in creating the bubbles. Playing with soap bubbles has several developmental advantages as well. It helps children develop dexterity, social skills, and an understanding of the basic laws of physics.
National Bubble Week timeline
Soap is invented by the Sumerians.
The manufacture of soap begins in the American colonies.
War shortages lead to the production of detergents by synthesis.
The first National Bubble Week takes place in the U.S.
National Bubble Week FAQs
When is National Bubble Week?
For 2027, National Bubble Week will take place from Sunday, March 21, to Sunday, March 28, offering a full seven days to celebrate the iridescent wonders.
How many bubbles can a machine make?
The output of bubble machines varies significantly, from small handheld devices producing a few hundred bubbles per minute to industrial-grade machines that can fill large spaces with up to 20,000 bubbles in the same timeframe.
What is the history of bubbles?
The fascination with bubbles dates back centuries, with evidence of children playing with soap bubbles found in ancient Roman frescoes. Modern bubble solutions and wands, however, became widely popular after World War II, transforming a simple pastime into a global phenomenon.
What is the best way to make giant bubbles?
Achieving truly massive bubbles requires a specific formula: a high-quality dish soap, a thickener like glycerin or baking powder, and soft water. The technique involves a slow, steady motion with a large, open-loop wand to capture and release the air.
National Bubble Week Activities
Start a bubble painting project
Bubble painting is a fun way to engage both adults and kids. Start a bubble painting project, and create a masterpiece.
Pop some bubble wrap
If staying indoors is your thing and art isn’t, try finding some leftover bubble wrap from an old shipping package. Popping the bubbles is an underrated delight that may also relieve stress.
Go out and blow bubbles
Simply go outside and blow some bubbles around. You may stroll to a nearby park to celebrate with other people in your community, or stay in your front yard for some private fun and reflection.
5 Important Facts About Bubbles
The source of bubble colors
The colors come from iridescence; light gets distorted when it passes through a bubble.
Many bubbles make foam
Many bubbles come together to form foam.
Bubbles have three layers
A layer of water is sandwiched between two layers of soap.
The goal is to become a sphere
Bubbles always try to become a sphere because of their surface tension.
Heat is the enemy
Bubbles often burst because the water between the two layers of soap evaporates, thus bubbles last longer in cold temperatures.
Why We Love National Bubble Week
Bubbles are fun
There’s a reason why bubbles have been loved for millennia. They are simply fun to create and watch.
Quality time with kids
This week may also be the perfect opportunity to spend time with your kids. Plan a great big bubble-themed project to do together.
Spring is on its way
Allergy season aside, who doesn’t love spring? This week marks the beginning of spring, the most pleasant time of the year.
National Bubble Week dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | March 15–22 | Sunday–Sunday |
| 2027 | March 21–28 | Sunday–Sunday |
| 2028 | March 19–26 | Sunday–Sunday |
| 2029 | March 18–25 | Sunday–Sunday |
| 2030 | March 17–24 | Sunday–Sunday |
