Viral Video Day

April 29th is Viral Video Day, an annual "holiday" created by Jace Shoemaker-Galloway, a freelance writer who has written thousands of articles about all sorts of traditional, unusual holidays.

Viral videos are short video clips that help gain popularity by sharing through social media or email. And thanks to advances in technology and the availability of video cams on mobile phones and digital cameras, creating short video clips is simple and affordable.

Whether used as a political or marketing tool or to document an important event or famous dance craze, the most popular viral videos often inspire or educate us, make us laugh or even cry.

While these popular videos include famous stars, politicians or celebrities, many of the most popular viral videos feature images of animals, children, and everyday ordinary people. While there is not any magic formula for determining which videos will go viral and generate the most buzz, a lucky few who post their videos on video-sharing sites can make a difference and some pretty nice cashola. In addition, some viral videos become so popular that Hollywood has known!

Viral Video Day not only celebrates the best viral videos of the past but also encourages people around the country to create their own original content. Join in on the celebration by sharing your favorite viral videos of all time, or create your own and share it seamlessly.

So go ahead - take your best "picture". Who knows? Maybe your video will become a viral video star and make it to the list of Most Popular Viral Videos of All Time?