Like everyone at some point or another, I've often wondered "what happened on my birthday in The Lord of the Rings?" This, naturally, expanded into the idea that I should provide a simple way for everyone to find this information. Currently, I only have data from 9/20 to 3/2 loaded, but hopefully I'll get to the rest eventually. If you notice any errors, let me know!

Today in The Lord of the Rings:

3001 (3rd Age) - In Hobbiton

Bilbo's 111th birthday party.

Bilbo (111) and Frodo (33) celebrate their birthday's with a grand party and the fireworks of Gandalf. Bilbo passes the One Ring to Frodo, and leaves the Shire.

These major characters were present

  • Frodo Baggins
  • Samwise Gamgee
  • Gandalf
  • Peregrin Took
  • Meriodic Brandybuck
  • Bilbo Baggins

2941 (3rd Age) - Mirkwood to the Long Lake

Bilbo arrives at Esgaroth on the Long Lake

Bilbo (60) arrives by barrel at Esgaroth on the Long Lake without realizing it is his birthday.

These major characters were present

  • Bilbo Baggins

3018 (3rd Age) - In Hobbiton

Frodo's 50th Birthday.

Frodo holds a small farewell feast in honor of his and Bilbo's birthdays. Sam, Merry, Pippin, and Fatty Bolger are present.

These major characters were present

  • Frodo Baggins
  • Samwise Gamgee
  • Peregrin Took
  • Meriodic Brandybuck

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In the calendar of the Shire, there are 12 months each with 30 days, so there will be no results for the 31st of any month, and February will have entries on the 29th and 30th.

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