Hobbit Day: Celebrating Bilbo, Frodo & the Magic of Middle-earth
September 22nd is Hobbit Day – a day dedicated to two of Middle-earth’s most beloved hobbits, Bilbo Baggins and Frodo Baggins. And what better way to celebrate than by returning to the books that began these unforgettable adventures?
From the peaceful lanes of Hobbiton to the perilous journey to Mount Doom, J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth has enchanted generations of readers with its unforgettable characters, epic quests and extraordinary sense of adventure.
So, pour yourself a cup of tea, settle into your favourite reading spot and join us as we celebrate Hobbit Day.
Why is Hobbit Day celebrated on September 22nd?
September 22nd is a particularly special date in the world of Tolkien.
It is the shared birthday of Bilbo Baggins and Frodo Baggins, two of the most important hobbits in Tolkien’s stories.
Bilbo, the adventurous hobbit at the heart of The Hobbit, was born on September 22nd. Decades later, his nephew Frodo shares the same birthday, making the date doubly significant for fans of Middle-earth.
While neither Bilbo nor Frodo could initially have imagined the adventures that awaited them, both would eventually leave the comfort of the Shire behind and become central figures in the history of the One Ring.
It is this combination of ordinary beginnings and extraordinary adventures that makes Tolkien’s hobbits so enduring.
Celebrate Hobbit Day with Tolkien’s classics
If Hobbit Day has inspired you to revisit Middle-earth – or if you have never experienced Tolkien’s books for yourself – there is no better place to begin than with The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.
Our The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings 4 Books Collection Boxed Set brings together all four books in one beautifully presented collection:
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The Hobbit
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The Fellowship of the Ring
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The Two Towers
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The Return of the King
This special illustrated hardback set features over seventy full-page colour paintings and numerous illustrations by acclaimed artist Alan Lee, whose artwork brings the landscapes and characters of Middle-earth vividly to life.
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A perfect day for a Tolkien reading adventure
Whether you have loved Tolkien’s books for years or are discovering Middle-earth for the first time, Hobbit Day is the perfect excuse to return to the Shire.
Revisit Bilbo’s unexpected adventure. Follow Frodo on his perilous journey. Meet Gandalf, Aragorn, Legolas, Gimli, Samwise and the many unforgettable characters who make Middle-earth feel so real.
And, of course, celebrate the two hobbits whose birthdays give September 22nd its special place in the Tolkien calendar.
Happy Hobbit Day!
May your September 22nd be filled with good books, good company and perhaps a little bit of Middle-earth magic.
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