National Cousins Day takes place every year on 24 July, falling on Friday, 24 July 2026. It is an informal American observance that celebrates the bond between cousins, those relatives who often sit somewhere between family and friends. The day encourages people to reconnect with the cousins they grew up alongside, check in with the...
National Drive-Thru Day takes place every year on 24 July, celebrating the fast and convenient service window that has become a fixture of American dining. The day was created by Jack in the Box, the San Diego chain credited with opening the first modern drive-thru-only restaurant in 1951. It marks the speed, convenience and pure...
National Day of Motoring takes place on Friday 24 July 2026. It is a celebration of driving for pleasure rather than necessity, encouraging motorists to take to the open road, enjoy a scenic route and rediscover the simple joy of a journey. Although it began as a brand-led initiative, it has grown into a date...
Samaritans Awareness Day is dedicated to raising awareness about the work of Samaritans, a charity organization that provides emotional support to people in distress, particularly those at risk of suicide. The day aims to highlight the importance of mental health, encourage conversations about emotional well-being, and promote the availability of support services for those in...
Every July, the world of archaeology opens its doors to the public in a uniquely personal way: through conversation. Ask an Archaeologist Day is an annual celebration that invites anyone, anywhere, to pose their burning questions to real archaeologists. Whether it’s about ancient civilizations, career paths, dig site etiquette, or that mystery object you found...
National Schizophrenia Awareness Day is a vital observance aimed at breaking the stigma, raising awareness, and improving understanding of schizophrenia - a complex and often misunderstood mental health condition. Held annually in the United Kingdom, the day highlights the experiences of people living with schizophrenia and advocates for better mental health services, early intervention, and...
Every year on July 25, communities around the world observe World Drowning Prevention Day – a global effort initiated by the United Nations and the World Health Organization to address the preventable tragedy of drowning. This day signals that drowning is one of the top causes of accidental death, particularly among children, yet with shared action...
The International Day on Judicial Well-being is observed every year on 25 July. Proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2025, it draws attention to the mental health, resilience and working conditions of judges and judicial officers around the world, and to the link between a healthy judiciary and a fair, effective justice system....
Galicia National Day, known in Galician as Día Nacional de Galicia or Día da Patria Galega, takes place on 25 July each year. It is the official national holiday of Galicia, the autonomous community in north-western Spain, and it doubles as the Feast of Saint James the Greater, the region's patron saint. In 2026 it...
Health and Happiness with Hypnosis Day takes place on Saturday, 25 July 2026. The day encourages people to look beyond stage acts and entertainment, and to consider how clinical hypnosis and hypnotherapy are used by trained practitioners to support health, manage symptoms, and improve wellbeing. What is Health and Happiness with Hypnosis Day? Health and...
Carousel Day, also known as National Merry-Go-Round Day, is celebrated every year on 25 July, falling on Saturday, 25 July 2026. The day marks the anniversary of the first American carousel patent and celebrates one of the world's oldest and most beloved amusement rides. It was founded in 2014 by Bette Largent, then President of...
Puerto Rico Constitution Day, known in Spanish as Dia de la Constitucion de Puerto Rico, falls on 25 July each year. The public holiday marks the day in 1952 when the Constitution of Puerto Rico took effect, establishing the modern framework of the island's government. In 2026 it is observed on Saturday 25 July, and...
National Hot Fudge Sundae Day takes place on Saturday, 25 July 2026. The day celebrates one of America's most beloved frozen desserts: cold ice cream crowned with warm, glossy hot fudge sauce, then finished with whipped cream, nuts, and a cherry on top. It falls neatly within National Ice Cream Month, making July the perfect...
The International Day of Women and Girls of African Descent takes place every year on 25 July. Proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2024, the day recognises the contributions of women and girls of African descent across the world while drawing attention to the overlapping forms of discrimination they continue to face. It...
International Red Shoe Day takes place every year on 25 July. It is a day of remembrance for people who have died from Lyme disease and other chronic, invisible illnesses, and a moment to raise awareness of conditions that are often dismissed because those affected do not "look sick". The day is observed worldwide by...
Culinarians Day takes place on Saturday, 25 July 2026. It is a day dedicated to professional cooks, chefs, bakers, and the wider kitchen workforce who keep restaurants, hotels, and food businesses running. The day invites everyone, professionals and home cooks alike, to celebrate the craft of cooking and the people who feed us. How to...
National Hire a Veteran Day takes place each year on 25 July, and in 2026 it falls on Saturday, 25 July. The observance encourages employers across the United States to recruit, hire, and retain military veterans as they move from service into civilian careers. It was established by National Day Calendar in 2017 in partnership...
National Day of the Cowboy is an annual American observance held on the fourth Saturday of July, falling on Saturday, 25 July 2026. The day honours the cowboy and cowgirl, recognising their lasting contribution to the heritage, culture, and history of the United States. It is organised by the National Day of the Cowboy Organization,...
Paddle for Perthes Disease Awareness Day takes place on Saturday 25 July 2026, falling as it always does on the last Saturday in July. The day asks people to grab a kayak, canoe or paddleboard, get out on the water and raise awareness of Perthes disease, a childhood hip condition that affects thousands of families...
Parents’ Day is a heartfelt observance that honors and celebrates the vital role of parents in nurturing, guiding, and shaping the lives of their children. While Mother’s Day and Father’s Day recognize each parent individually, Parents’ Day offers a unified occasion to appreciate both parents - or parental figures - for their dedication, sacrifices, and...
Esperanto Day is observed every year on 26 July, marking the anniversary of the publication of Unua Libro, the first book describing the Esperanto language, in 1887. The day celebrates the international planned language created by L. L. Zamenhof and the ideals of cross-cultural communication, linguistic equality and global friendship that it represents. In 2026...