National Day of Joy is an annual celebration that encourages people to pause, notice the small moments of happiness in everyday life, and share that feeling with others. In 2026 it falls on Wednesday 24 June, landing as always on the last Wednesday of the month. The day was created and is run by Comfort...
The International Day of Women in Diplomacy takes place on 24 June each year and falls on Wednesday, 24 June 2026. Declared by the United Nations General Assembly in 2022, the day recognises the contribution of women to diplomacy and international relations, and calls for their full and equal participation in shaping foreign policy, peace...
World Wellbeing Week takes place from 24 to 30 June 2026, marking a global call for individuals, employers, and communities to consider the many dimensions of wellbeing. Founded in 2019, the week brings together HR teams, wellbeing leads, charities, and businesses to highlight physical health, mental health, social connection, purpose, financial security, and sustainable ways...
Leon Day takes place on Thursday, 25 June 2026, marking exactly six months until Christmas Day. The name is "Noel" spelled backwards, a quiet nod to the holiday that sits on the opposite side of the calendar. The day has become a quirky favourite among Christmas enthusiasts, who use it as an excuse to plan...
Global Beatles Day takes place on 25 June every year and celebrates the music, message, and lasting influence of the Beatles. Founded in 2009 by American fan Faith Cohen, the day is a non-commercial, fan-led tribute to one of the most influential bands in popular music history. The Story Behind Global Beatles Day Global Beatles...
Day of the Seafarer takes place on Thursday, 25 June 2026, recognising the contribution of the world's 1.9 million seafarers to global trade and the wider economy. Established by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in 2010, the day acknowledges the often invisible workforce that keeps ships moving across the world's oceans, often spending months at...
National Handshake Day takes place on Thursday 25 June 2026. The day, observed annually on the last Thursday of June, recognises one of humanity's oldest and most universal greetings. From medieval knights checking for hidden daggers to modern boardroom introductions, the handshake has carried symbolic weight for thousands of years. How to Celebrate National Handshake...
National Camp Counts Day takes place every year on 25 June and celebrates the lasting impact that summer camps have on young people. Created in 2019 by YMCA Camp Mason in New Jersey, the day is tied to the camp's "Camp Counts!" fundraising initiative, which works to ensure that no child is denied a camp...
Goat Cheese Day falls on Thursday, 25 June 2026. This annual food celebration honours chèvre, the tangy, creamy cheese made from goat's milk, and encourages people to taste, cook with, and learn more about one of the oldest cheeses in the world. It is a day for cheesemongers, home cooks, and dairy enthusiasts to give...
Croatia Independence Day, known in Croatian as Dan neovisnosti, is observed every year on 25 June. It commemorates the day in 1991 when the Croatian Parliament adopted the Constitutional Decision on the Sovereignty and Independence of the Republic of Croatia, formally declaring the country's break from the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. The date marks...
World Decarbonisation Day takes place each year on 25 June and falls on Thursday, 25 June 2026. The day draws attention to decarbonisation, the process of cutting carbon dioxide emissions from energy, industry, transport and everyday life. It encourages governments, businesses and individuals to accelerate the shift away from fossil fuels and towards clean, low-carbon...
National Bomb Pop Day is celebrated on the last Thursday of June, which in 2026 falls on Thursday, 25 June. It marks the height of summer with the red, white and blue rocket-shaped ice pop that has cooled down American afternoons for seventy years. How to Celebrate National Bomb Pop Day This is a day...
Color TV Day is observed every year on 25 June, marking the anniversary of the first commercial colour television broadcast in the United States. On that date in 1951, CBS transmitted a one-hour variety special called Premiere across five East Coast cities, a moment that signalled the beginning of the end for the black-and-white era....
National Catfish Day falls on Thursday, 25 June 2026. The day celebrates US farm-raised catfish, one of America's most popular freshwater fish and a staple of Southern cooking. It was created by Presidential Proclamation in 1987 to recognise the catfish farming industry and encourage people to enjoy this affordable, protein-rich fish. How to Celebrate National...
Bourdain Day is an annual tribute to the chef, author, and travel documentarian Anthony Bourdain, marked every year on 25 June, the date of his birthday. It was created in 2019 by his close friends and fellow chefs Eric Ripert and Jose Andres, who invited people around the world to raise a glass in his...
Mozambique Independence Day is the national holiday that marks the moment Mozambique became a sovereign nation, free from Portuguese colonial rule. It falls on 25 June every year, and in 2026 it lands on a Thursday. The date commemorates 25 June 1975, when the Mozambique Liberation Front (FRELIMO) proclaimed the country's full independence after almost...
Bring Your Dog to Work Day takes place on Friday 26 June 2026. The annual UK fundraising event invites dog-friendly workplaces to open their doors to four-legged colleagues for a day, with participating businesses donating to animal welfare charities. Now in its second decade, the day combines office fun with a serious cause: improving the...
Supporting Small Businesses Abroad Day takes place on Friday, 26 June 2026. The day encourages travellers, expats, and global consumers to use their time and money to back independent businesses outside their home country. From a family-run café in Lisbon to a textile cooperative in Oaxaca, small businesses around the world depend on visitors and...
The International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, also known as World Drug Day, takes place on Friday 26 June 2026. The United Nations observance is led by the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and is dedicated to strengthening action and cooperation toward a world free of drug abuse, with a focus...
National Canoe Day is celebrated every year on 26 June, honouring the canoe and the role it has played in the history, culture and landscapes of North America. In 2026 it falls on Friday, 26 June. Created by The Canadian Canoe Museum, the day invites people to get on the water, learn the canoe's story...
Dream Big Day takes place on Friday, 26 June 2026. It is an annual day dedicated to encouraging children to explore their ambitions, discover the world of work, and believe that any future is within reach. Organised by Careermap, the day brings schools, employers, and volunteers together to help young people aim high and picture...