Founded by Bobby Cannon, the first “official" Big Saturday was organized in 1961 by the Parents Council (now Parents’ Association) and raised $3,200.
Held on a Saturday in April, the event has grown exponentially over the years. What has remained constant is the fun and fellowship enjoyed by children and adults alike. A typical day at Big Saturday includes games and prizes, carnival rides, a talent show, a bake sale, a car raffle, an art show, and the extremely popular International Food Café, in which Country Day families prepare delicious dishes from native countries.