Local News Eeyore's Birthday: A 57-year Austin tradition that honors a sad little donkey The 2020 event was called off to help stop the spread of coronavirus.

For nearly six decades, Eeyore's Birthday Party has served as a place where creative Austinites can get together and express themselves.

Here's a little history before you go. Eeyore's Birthday Party, now in its 59th year, was started by Lloyd Birdwell in 1964 to celebrate the birthday of the "Winnie-the-Pooh" character.

An Austin tradition returns this Saturday, promising a day of whimsy in Pease Park. The party celebrates unusual and the spirit of the community.