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If you check the calendar, you’ll notice something fantastic.

Tomorrow, Friday, January 16, is Appreciate a Dragon Day.

Yes, it’s a real holiday. No, we don’t know who invented it. But we do know that dragons are universally cool. They breathe fire, they fly, and they hoard gold (relatable).

Since it lands on a Friday, this is the universe giving you a free pass to skip the fancy dinner plans and host a Dragon-Themed Family Night.

Here is how to unleash the magic without making a mess.

The Menu: "Dragon Food"

You don't need to cook a sheep. You just need Tacos.

Why? Because of the absolute best dragon book in existence: Dragons Love Tacos.

• The Dinner: A Taco Bar. (Mild salsa only! If you’ve read the book, you know exactly why spicy salsa is a bad idea for dragons).

• The Dessert: "Dragon Scales." (Just regular Doritos or triangle-shaped chips).

The Book: A Modern Classic

If you don't have this book in your library yet, today is the day to fix that.

• The Pick: Dragons Love Tacos by Adam Rubin.

• Why we love it: It is laugh-out-loud funny for both kids and adults. The illustrations are hilarious, and the plot (dragons eating spicy salsa and accidentally burning down a house) is comedy gold.

• The Upgrade: You can get the Book & Plush Toy Set. It comes with a little dragon plushie that the kids can hold while you read.

  Shop Dragons Love Tacos Set on Amazon 

The Movie: The Friday Night Feature

Once the tacos are eaten, it’s time to hit the couch.

There is only one correct choice for tonight: How to Train Your Dragon.

• The Vibe: It has everything—adventure, heart, a phenomenal score, and "Toothless" (the Night Fury), who is basically a giant, flying puppy.

• The Rating: Rated PG. It’s safe for most ages, though very small toddlers might find the initial dragon fights a tiny bit scary.

The Activity: "Design Your Beast"

Need 20 minutes of quiet time before bed?

Give the kids a blank piece of paper and a prompt: "Draw your own Dragon."

• Does it have wings?

• Does it breathe fire or... glitter?

• What is its name?

This is a great imagination starter. You might end up with "Fluffy the Marshmallow Dragon," and honestly, we would pay to see that movie.

Friday nights are for unwinding.

So, put on your pajamas, grab a taco, and appreciate the dragons.  Share your Dragon Day Celebration photos and tag us on Instagram and TikTok @onmyoccasion so we can join in on the fun. Don't forget to use #AppreciateADragonDay—we might feature you on our page! 🐉✨

Happy Dragon Day!