National Limerick Day is celebrated on May 12 each year to honor the famous Irish poet Edward Lear, who popularized the limerick form. A limerick is a humorous five-line poem with a specific rhythm and rhyme scheme (AABBA). This day encourages people to appreciate and create their own limericks, fostering creativity and fun in poetry. The celebration of National Limerick Day often includes poetry readings, contests, and workshops. Schools, libraries, and literary organizations may host events to engage the community in writing and sharing limericks. This day highlights the joy of playful language and the art of concise storytelling through verse.