International Delivery Driver Appreciation Day  (August 18th)

Forget putting delivery items in a car that can get stuck in traffic for long stretches of time! Instead, people in urban areas can benefit from the use of bicycle delivery riders who can make it quickly and efficiently to their destination – and in an earth-friendly manner.

International Delivery Driver Appreciation Day is here to say thank you and show appreciation for these folks who are making deliveries on bicycles all over the world!

History of International Delivery Driver Appreciation Day

The concept of delivery riders isn’t necessarily a new one, tracing its roots back to couriers who would tootle around on their bicycles delivering messages, papers or other small items.

These messengers began appearing almost immediately following the invention of the two bicycles in the mid-1800s.

Although the concept may have evolved over the years, the usefulness of these delivery drivers remains. Today’s delivery riders have special, insulated packs that they can place on their backs to make it possible for them to carry several food orders at a time for delivery. It’s an efficient system that benefits everyone involved.

A fairly recent event, the inaugural celebration of International Delivery Driver Appreciation Day took place in 2023 when it was organized through the efforts of the Hungry Panda company, a specialist food delivery company located in London.

The event takes place on this day as a nod to the way the numerals “818” resemble the silhouette of a bicycle rider with a pack on top. Also, the numeral “8” sounds a lot like “eat” which brings even more of a connection.

To honor these ‘delivery heroes’, this event pays tribute to these hardworking, dedicated riders who bring those delicious meals right to doorsteps across the city of London as well as all over the globe!

How to Celebrate International Delivery Rider Appreciation Day

Looking for plans or ideas to participate in International Delivery Rider Appreciation Day? Take a look at some of these ideas to get rollin’:

Show Appreciation For a Delivery Rider

Friends and family members of delivery riders, or especially employers who manage them, can make a big deal out of celebrating International Delivery Rider Appreciation Day!

Give them a thank you card, take them out for a cup of coffee, or make a big deal of them at work. Managers of delivery riders can make this event special by offering extra perks, spiffs, prizes, and more in celebration of the day.

Have an Order Delivered

Even those who don’t have friends or family members who are delivery riders can get on board with this day because it’s easy to just order something to have delivered – and then be sure to give a huge tip!

Many delivery riders are gig workers who are making deliveries just to get by – often as a second job. Make their day by showing support for their ingenuity and tipping well not just on this day but throughout the year.

Become a Delivery Rider

Thinking of a side job that will help with some extra cash? Or looking for a way to make some money to pay for college, help with expenses, or buy a car?

Check out the different local delivery rider jobs in the area and see how International Delivery Driver Appreciation Day can be celebrated with a new stream of income.