National Ice Cream Soda Day falls on Sunday, 20 June 2027. It celebrates the ice cream soda, the frothy mix of carbonated water, flavoured syrup and a scoop or two of ice cream that has been a soda fountain favourite since the 1870s. The day is an invitation to head to a parlour, pull out...
Build A Scarecrow Day falls on the first Sunday of July each year, landing on Sunday, 4 July 2027. The day encourages families, gardeners, and growers to make their own scarecrow, a simple, creative project that connects us to centuries of farming tradition while protecting crops from hungry birds. How to Celebrate Build A Scarecrow...
National Apple Turnover Day is celebrated each year on 5 July, honouring the flaky, fruit-filled pastry loved on both sides of the Atlantic. It is a relaxed food holiday that invites people to bake, buy, or simply enjoy an apple turnover and share the treat with friends and family. The day sits neatly in early...
National Bikini Day is celebrated every year on 5 July, marking the anniversary of the day in 1946 when French designer Louis Reard unveiled the modern two-piece swimsuit in Paris. The day is a light-hearted celebration of one of the most recognisable garments in fashion history, and of the swimwear that has become a staple...
National Graham Cracker Day is observed every year on 5 July, celebrating the lightly sweet, crisp biscuit that has become a fixture of American kitchens, campfires and lunchboxes. The date marks the birthday of Sylvester Graham, the 19th-century minister and health reformer who gave the cracker its name. In 2027 it falls on Monday, 5...
National Hawaii Day is celebrated each year on 5 July, honouring the heritage, achievements, and natural beauty of the United States’ 50th state. The day recognises Hawaii’s distinctive culture, from hula and the Hawaiian language to its volcanic landscapes and Pacific traditions. It is observed across the country as a day to appreciate the islands...
National Workaholics Day takes place every year on 5 July and serves as a tongue-in-cheek reminder to step back from the desk and look after yourself. Falling the day after the American Independence Day holiday, it pokes gentle fun at those who could not resist checking their emails over the long weekend, while making a...
National Air Traffic Control Day is observed in the United States on 6 July 2027, which falls on a Tuesday. It recognises the air traffic controllers and support staff who guide aircraft safely through American airspace. The day marks the anniversary of the establishment of the United States air traffic control system on 6 July...
National Hand Roll Day takes place on Tuesday, 6 July 2027, celebrating temaki, the cone-shaped hand-rolled sushi made from a sheet of crisp nori wrapped around seasoned rice, fresh fish, and vegetables. Observed annually on 6 July in the United States, the day honours the hand roll and the moment it was introduced to American...
National Polyphenol Day takes place on Sunday, 11 July 2027. It is an annual health and nutrition awareness day that encourages people to learn about polyphenols, the plant compounds found in foods such as berries, olive oil, dark chocolate, coffee and green tea, and to add more of them to their diets. The day was...
National Swimming Pool Day takes place on Sunday, 11 July 2027. It is a light-hearted celebration of the swimming pool as a place of recreation, fitness, and summer fun, and it doubles as a timely reminder to brush up on water safety during the peak swimming season. Whether you have a pool of your own...
National Blueberry Muffin Day is a United States food holiday celebrated every year on 11 July. The day honours one of America’s best loved baked goods, the soft, sweet muffin studded with juicy blueberries, and falls in the middle of summer when the berries are ripe and at their peak. It is an unofficial but...
National State Fair Food Day is a celebration of the indulgent, deep-fried, and gloriously over the top treats that make a trip to the state fair so memorable. It falls on 11 July each year, and in 2027 lands on Sunday 11 July, giving food lovers a reason to enjoy corn dogs, funnel cakes, and...
National Rainier Cherry Day is celebrated every year on 11 July in the United States, marking the peak of the short Rainier cherry harvest. The day honours the prized golden-yellow cherry with its signature red blush, encouraging people to seek out, taste, and share one of the sweetest cherries ever grown. In 2027 it falls...
All-American Pet Photo Day is a light-hearted celebration that encourages pet owners to grab their cameras and capture their animal companions at their most adorable. It falls on 11 July each year and invites people to share photos of their pets while raising awareness of animal welfare. In 2027 it lands on Sunday, 11 July....
Cancel Culture Awareness Day takes place on Monday, 12 July 2027. The day calls attention to the practice of publicly shaming, boycotting, or ostracising individuals over their words or actions, often through social media, and encourages a more measured approach built on free expression, due process, and the capacity to learn from mistakes. It was...
Etch A Sketch Day takes place every year on 12 July, celebrating one of the most recognisable drawing toys ever made. The date marks the day in 1960 when the first Etch A Sketch rolled off the production line at the Ohio Art Company in Bryan, Ohio. It is a day for nostalgia, creativity, and...
Barn Day is celebrated on the second Sunday of July each year, falling on Monday, 12 July in 2027. It is a light-hearted American observance that pays tribute to the barn, the iconic farm building at the heart of rural life. The day invites families to visit working farms, enjoy hay rides, and appreciate the...
National Hair Creator’s Day takes place on Monday, 12 July 2027. The day celebrates hairstylists as creative artists, recognising the imagination and skill they bring to their craft. It shines a light on self-taught stylists and seasoned professionals alike, honouring hair as a genuine medium of artistic expression rather than simply a service. How to...
Night of Nights is an annual commemoration of maritime Morse code radio, marking the anniversary of the last commercial Morse transmission sent in the United States. It takes place every year on 12 July, and in 2027 falls on Monday 12 July, when enthusiasts bring historic coast station KPH back to life and fill the...
National Eat Your Jello Day takes place every year on 12 July in the United States, and in 2027 it falls on a Monday. The day celebrates Jell-O, the wobbly, brightly coloured gelatin dessert that has been a fixture of American kitchens and dinner tables since the late 1890s. It is an informal food holiday...
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