Minnie Mouse’s Birthday Cards

Minnie Mouse, created by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks, is traditionally celebrated on November 18, the date of the public debut of Steamboat Willie (1928) — the cartoon that launched Mickey and brought Minnie to mass audiences. Over the decades Minnie has become an enduring cultural icon and fashion figure, a key character in Disney storytelling and merchandising. Her birthday is observed by fans and at Disney parks with special merchandise, social-media tributes, and themed events honoring her role in animation history and popular culture.