Welcome to the Official Home of Puzzle Day!

Every year on January 29 | Founded by Jodi Jill

GET YOUR FREE PUZZLE PARTY ACTIVITY KIT HERE!

PUZZLE DAY PARTY 2026 STARTS HERE! DOWNLOAD, PRINT AND PLAY! CELEBRATE PUZZLES!

Puzzle Day Activity Kit 2026

Puzzle Day Activity Kit 2026

Download, Copy and Play our official 2026 Puzzle Kit! FREE for everyone!

Activity Kit
Puzzle Party Guide 2026 download for Puzzle Day 2026

Puzzle Party Guide 2026

Join Us! Check out the Puzzle Party Guide. FREE!

Party Guide
Puzzle Day 2026 Agamographs

Puzzle Day Agamographs

Download, Copy and Play our Official 2026 Puzzle Day Agamographs!

Agamograph
Learn how jigsaw puzzles are made in this digital download PDF

How Jigsaw Puzzles Are Made

Download the How Jigsaw Puzzles are Made book to learn more! Free

Jigsaw Puzzle Book
Puzzle Day Coloring Pages download for kids to play
Jigsaw Puzzle Pieces Crafts Digital download PDF for kids to create
Puzzle Faces Book Template to play and free download to share in jigsaw puzzle fun.
Puzzle Day Fact Sheet download for kids to explore.
National Puzzle Day Escape Room for Kids
Speedpuzzling tips for jigsaw puzzle players
DIY Jigsaw puzzle activity to play. Fun for kids and classrooms
Puzzle Chat Podcast a weekly show all about puzzles.
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Play, Learn, Explore and Have Fun with Puzzles on This Special Day!

Jodi Jill Loves Puzzles! She Leads the Way in Puzzle Fun!

Download the Puzzle Freebies! Copy and Play! It's for KIDS, FAMILY and PUZZLE PEOPLE!

Puzzle Day facts

PUZZLE DAY FACTS

Learn MORE about Puzzle Day celebrated on January 29th and Puzzle Month! We love Puzzles!

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FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL!

The World Celebrates puzzles in January and we love to see you! Use our Hashtags and when we see you we will show some love! You will find us on social media too, so stop by and say hi!

Use the Hashtag: #PUZZLEDAY

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JIGSAW PUZZLE ART

Have you seen our jigsaw art? The Big Piece, a life-size puzzle person attracts the puzzle fans. Take a Peek at our Puzzle Art.

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CONTACT PUZZLE DAY

Need Help with Your Puzzle Party? Looking for extra puzzle help? Have questions? Yes, we are here and we'll help if we can so please Contact us!

National Puzzle Day Jigsaw Puzzle

Perfect to Play with Friends and Family!

Celebrate with Us! The Official Jigsaw Puzzle Celebrating Puzzle Day!  Featuring June Bug a puzzle playing pup who loves puzzles as much as her owner, Jodi Jill. 500 pieces, 18x24 size, Made in America.

National Puzzle Day Jigsaw Puzzle exclusive to 2024
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Celebrate With Us on January 29th

Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q.)

  • When is Puzzle Day?

    Puzzle Day is January 29th every year. A little secret to share here: It's the founder's birthday.... Today puzzle enthusiasts love puzzles so much they start celebrating puzzles everyday in January!

  • Who Founded Puzzle Day?

    Jodi Jill founded Puzzle Day over 30 years ago. She is actively involved in planning EVERY year. You can reach her using the contact page.

  • What Puzzles Do You Celebrate?

    Puzzle Day celebrates all different kinds of puzzles. There are over 900 puzzles to enjoy in our world. We celebrate them all!

  • What is the Social Media Hashtag?

    Puzzle Day uses the hashtag #puzzleday on social media. Jodi takes time to share by retweeting and liking as many posts as she can. Also you can connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X.

  • Should I Buy Puzzles for Puzzle Day?

    You don't need to buy puzzles for puzzle day, in fact the official Puzzle Day website has a list of fun free puzzles. This holiday was started for the kids - learning and experiencing the best of puzzles.


    Believe it or not, puzzle companies make more money in January selling puzzles around Puzzle Day than Thanksgiving and Christmas combined. Jodi Jill and Puzzle Day do not get any money from these wildly succesful sales. Sadly, the founder is still poor. LOL. 

See Us In the News! Puzzle Day is International

With Millions Playing Puzzles, Jodi Jill, Founder of Puzzle Day Is Seen Around the World

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Look Who is Talking Puzzle Day!

Puzzle Day Blog

Discover why puzzles are great for kids. Learn how puzzles boost brain power, focus and fun. A must-

Puzzles for Kids: Fun and Brain Power Found in One Session

By Jodi Jill • May 19, 2025
Discover why puzzles are great for kids. Learn how puzzles boost brain power, focus and fun. A must-read for parents and educators.
Discover 7 puzzle metaphors we use to describe life, emotions, and relationships.

Life Is a Puzzle: 7 Puzzle Metaphors Reveal How We See the World

By Jodi Jill • May 13, 2025
Discover 7 puzzle metaphors we use to describe life, emotions, and relationships. These everyday phrases reveal how puzzles shape how we think and connect.
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Where to Donate Jigsaw Puzzles Local and in Your Community

By Jodi Jill • December 28, 2024
Discover where to donate jigsaw puzzles locally and in your community. Share the joy of puzzling with schools, libraries, and charities near you!
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How to Pick a Perfect Jigsaw Puzzle: Pieces and Size Matter

By Jodi Jill • December 27, 2024
Learn how to pick a perfect jigsaw puzzle! Learn how to choose why piece count, size, and design matter for a fun and satisfying puzzling experience.
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How to Pick New Puzzles to Try (Beyond Jigsaw Puzzles)

By Jodi Jill • December 26, 2024
Discover How to Pick New Puzzles for fun beyond jigsaw puzzles! Explore word games, logic puzzles, brain teasers, and more to challenge your mind.
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How to Teach Children to Play Jigsaw Puzzles

By Jodi Jill • December 24, 2024
Wonder How to Teach Children to Play Jigsaw Puzzles? Fun tips and simple steps to teach children how to play jigsaw puzzles and build skills together!
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What to Do with an Incomplete Puzzle? Creative Solutions and Fresh Starts

By Jodi Jill • December 23, 2024
Discover creative solutions for incomplete puzzles! From crafts to fun games, learn how to repurpose missing-piece puzzles and start fresh.
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The Joy of Puzzle Events: Tips for Playing Puzzles with Others

By Jodi Jill • December 21, 2024
Discover the fun and connection of puzzle events! This post shares tips for playing puzzles with others, fostering teamwork, and creating memorable group experiences.
Mind-Blowing Puzzle Facts

Mind-Blowing Puzzle Facts to Leave You Amazed

By Jodi Jill • December 20, 2024
Discover mind-blowing puzzle facts that will leave you amazed! From history to surprising stats, learn fun and fascinating insights about puzzles.
More Puzzle Day Blog Posts

Puzzle Pals - 11 Piece Art Exhibit by Jodi Jill

This 11-piece puzzle exhibit offers a look at creating life with second life jigsaw puzzle pieces and materials. The art exhibit allows kids, adults and puzzle lovers a look at puzzles differently. This exhibit is currently a traveling show in sharing the message: Puzzles Bring People Together.

Goldie - Jigsaw Puzzle Artwork by Jodi Jill. 4-piece family art.
Greenie the Puzzle Pal - Jigsaw Puzzle Artwork by Jodi Jill. 4-piece family art using second life materials
Jigs - Jigsaw Puzzle Artwork by Jodi Jill. 4-piece family art offering a look at creating life with jigsaw puzzles
Puzz - Jigsaw Puzzle Artwork by Jodi Jill. 4-piece family art offering a look at creating life with jigsaw puzzles