We all know that Parks and Recreation is the best show ever, but how do we rank Parks and Rec's well known (and super fun) holidays? It's super easy to know which holidays you need to celebrate with the Definitive Rankings of the Best Parks and Recreation Holidays!
6. Li’l Sebastian’s Birthday
The day that gave us the greatest mini horse ever. Beloved by all residents of Pawnee, eighth most photographed thing in America (beating out the Alamo), and has an honorary degree from Notre Dame. Also, Li’l Sebastian’s death was the only event that made Ron Swanson cry, besides when he was seven and hit by a school bus. Long live Li’l Sebastian.
5. Ann’s Birthday - July 20
Leslie’s best friend’s birthday! Gave rise to some of the BEST parties in Parks and Rec history (including a party of every holiday that Ann and Leslie would celebrate). And, without Anne, we wouldn’t have Leslie and Ann’s best friendship!!!
4. Leslie Knope’s Birthday - January 18
Without Leslie Knope we wouldn’t even have Parks and Rec (i.e. the best show ever), so her birthday is obviously going to make this list. She’s the ultimate gal pal and role model, Leslie preaches girl power is passionate about everything she does, and makes sure everyone is enjoying their time working for the Department of Parks and Recreation. She gave us Galentine’s Day, and makes sure every celebration is perfect.
3. Treat Yo Self Beverly Hills 2017 - October 13
The best day of the year! This is when Tom and Donna celebrated Donna’s engagement (and upcoming wedding), and the last Treat Yo Self Day on Rodeo Drive. Though it is a fabulous holiday and they got to eat at a celebrity restaurant, it is cut short by Tom’s struggle to ask out Lucy, and thus cannot be #1.
2. Galentine’s Day - February 13
A breakfast holiday that takes place on February 13th to celebrate all of your gal pals! Like Lilith Fair, minus the angst, plus frittatas! Leslie even made mosaics of each of her gal pal’s faces using their favorite diet soda bottles and wrote each of her friends a 5,000 word essay on why they’re amazing. A wholesome holiday for wholesome gals.
1. Treat Yo Self 2011 - October 13
The best day of the year! A day created by Donna and Tom to treat themselves to clothes, mimosas, fragrances, and fine leather goods. The best holiday in Parks and Rec history because it not only has its own theme song but has also been celebrated with a Batman costume. Ranked #1 because it’s the first and involves a velvet-cashmere candy cane.
Congratulations! Now you can celebrate all of the best Parks and Recreation holidays in a timely manner! Perfect for your future Treat Yo Self and Galentine's Day celebrations!
