June is the sixth month of the year and marks the official start of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. With 30 days and 370+ national and international observances, June brings a mix of meaningful awareness campaigns, cultural celebrations, and fun, lighthearted holidays. These days highlight everything from nature and nutrition to creativity, wellness, and social causes.

Some of the most widely recognized celebrations in June include Pride Month, which honors the LGBTQ+ community and commemorates the Stonewall uprising of 1969. Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19th, marks the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States and became a federal holiday in 2021. Flag Day on June 14th commemorates the adoption of the U.S. flag, while Father’s Day (US), observed on the third Sunday in June, celebrates fatherhood and paternal bonds.

June is also full of lesser-known but engaging days like World Environment Day, National Donut Day, and National Selfie Day. The variety of observances offers plenty of opportunities to learn something new, recognize important causes, or simply join in a bit of seasonal fun.

International Days, National Days & Awareness Days in June 2025

This list contains first all national days in June with a set date, followed by the days whose dates change every year.

June 1

There are 22 national and international days on June 1st. The first day of June kicks off a wide mix of celebrations—from honoring cancer survivors and parents to raising awareness about milk, reefs, narcissistic abuse, and more.

  • Dinosaur Day: Celebrated twice a year—on the third Tuesday in May and again on June 1.
  • Flip a Coin Day
  • Global Day of Parents
  • Intergenerational Day
  • National Billboard Day
  • National Cancer Survivor’s Day* (First Sunday in June)
  • National Game Show Day
  • National Go Barefoot Day
  • National Hazelnut Cake Day
  • National Heimlich Maneuver Day
  • National Nail Polish Day
    💄 Related celebrations: National Lipstick Day on July 29, National Hair Day on October 1, and National Lash Day on February 19.
  • National Olive Day
  • National Pen Pal Day
  • National Say Something Nice Day
  • National Skincare Education Day
  • New Year’s Resolution Recommitment Day
  • Stand For Children Day
  • Wear a Dress Day
    👗 A related day, National Dress Day, falls on March 6.
  • World Milk Day
    🥛 A similar day, National Milk Day, is celebrated each year on January 11.
  • World Narcissistic Abuse Awareness Day
  • World Outlander Day

June 2

There are 6 national and international days on June 2nd. Today’s celebrations highlight everything from classic comfort foods and workplace wellness to beloved nicknames and iconic vehicles.

  • International Volkswagen Bus Day
  • National Bubba Day
  • National I Love My Dentist Day
    🦷 Related dental-related observance is National Dentist’s Day on March 6.
  • National Leave The Office Early Day* (June 2 or the nearest weekday)
  • National Rocky Road Day
    🍨 See also complete lists of chocolate national days and ice-cream days.
  • National Rotisserie Chicken Day

June 3

There are 11 national and international days on June 3rd. Today’s celebrations touch on topics as diverse as geography, love, music slang, congenital conditions, and food culture.

  • Chimborazo Day
  • Insect Repellent Awareness Day
  • International Sommelier Day
  • Love Conquers All Day
  • National Chocolate Macaroon Day
    🥮 This day closely follows National Macaroon Day on May 31, offering an excuse to enjoy a second round of this beloved dessert.
  • National Egg Day
  • National Repeat Day
  • National Simp Day
  • World Bicycle Day
  • World Cider Day
    🍺 See our complete list of national days related to alcoholic drinks.
  • World Clubfoot Day

June 4

There are 13 national and international days on June 4th. Today’s observances highlight themes of safety, sustainability, running, and recognition—from gun safety and assistive tech to old maids and audacious hope.

June 5

There are 12 national and international days on June 5th. This date hosts a wide range of observances—from global awareness days like World Environment Day to more niche celebrations such as National Ketchup Day and Random Acts of Cardness Day.

  • Earth Overshoot Day* (Date changes yearly)
  • HIV Long-Term Survivors Awareness Day
  • Illegal Fishing Day
  • National Gingerbread Day
  • National Hot Air Balloon Day
  • National Ketchup Day
  • National Moonshine Day
  • National Sausage Roll Day
  • National Veggie Burger Day
    🥬 Related holidays are: National Vegetarian Day on October 1 and World Vegan Day on November 1.
    👉 Also, don’t miss our full list of vegetarian and vegan national days.
  • Random Acts of Cardness Day
    🌷 Similar in spirit to Random Acts of Kindness Day on February 17.
  • Women Chiropractors Day
  • World Environment Day

June 6

There are 13 national and international days on June 6th. Today’s observances span from classic toys and retro video games to green roofs, cave systems, and higher education advocacy.

  • Infant Feeding Day
  • National Applesauce Cake Day
  • National Caves and Karst Day
  • National Doughnut or Donut Day* (First Friday in June)
    🍩 For more dessert-themed holidays, see the full list of national food days.
  • National Drive-In Movie Day
  • National Eyewear Day
  • National Fish & Chip Day 🇬🇧* (First Friday in June)
    🐟 Related celebrations include National Fish Day on August 27 and National Fish Farmers Day on July 10.
  • National Gardening Exercise Day
  • National Higher Education Day
  • National Yo-Yo Day
  • World Green Roof Day
  • World Pest Awareness Day
  • World Tetris Day

June 7

There are 15 national and international days on June 7th. The celebrations today range from honoring frontiersmen, food safety, and butterflies to spotlighting wine, beetles, and the magic of caring.

  • Butterfly Education and Awareness Day* (First Saturday in June)
  • International Supply Chain Professionals Day
  • International Tabletop Day* (First Saturday in June)
  • June Bug Day: Shares themes with other nature-centered observances like National Insect Week* (23 – 29 June 2025).
  • National Black Bear Day* (First Saturday in June)
  • National Boone Day
  • National Bubbly Day* (First Saturday in June)
    🥂 See also all national wine days and our full list of alcoholic drink holidays.
  • National Chocolate Ice Cream Day
    🍫 See also complete list of ice cream-themed national days and the list of 70+ chocolate-related national days.
  • National Oklahoma Day
  • National Play Outside Day* (First Saturday of every month)
  • National Prairie Day* (First Saturday in June)
  • National Trails Day* (First Saturday in June)
    🥾 Similar in spirit to National Get Outdoors Day celebrated on June 14.
  • National VCR Day
    📼 A similar celebration is National Retro Day on February 27.
  • World Caring Day
  • World Food Safety Day

June 8

There are 6 national and international days on June 8th. The observances on this day touch on everything from ocean conservation and brain tumor awareness to choosing your favorite drink and sharing positivity.

June 9

There are 8 national and international days on June 9th. From iconic cartoon characters and cocktail traditions to marine biodiversity and autoimmune disease awareness, today’s celebrations span a wide range of topics and causes.

  • Coral Triangle Day
  • Eat Flexitarian Day* (Second Monday in June)
  • International Dark ‘n Stormy Day 
    🍸 Related celebrations include National Cocktail Day on March 24. For more alcohol-themed days, visit the dedicated article.
  • National Donald Duck Day
  • National Meal Prep Day
  • National No Apologies Period Day
    🩸 It joins other menstrual health observances such as Menstrual Hygiene Day on May 28.
  • National Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Day
    🥧 Similar observances include National Rhubarb Pie Day on January 23.
  • World Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome (APS) Day 

June 10

There are 13 national and international days on June 10th. This date features a wide range of observances, from food-themed celebrations to health awareness campaigns and even memorials for beloved pets.

  • Durif Day / Petite Sirah Day
    🍷 See also our complete list of 70+ wine days.
  • EHS Day
  • National Ballpoint Pen Day
    🖊️ See also our full list of stationery-related national days.
  • National Bed Bug Prevention Day
  • National Black Cow Day
  • National Call Your Doctor Day* (Second Tuesday in June)
  • National Egg Roll Day
  • National Forklift Safety Day* (Second Tuesday in June)
  • National Frosted Cookie Day
  • National Herbs and Spices Day
  • National Iced Tea Day
  • Talk Slow Day
  • World Pet Memorial Day* (Second Tuesday in June)

June 11

There are 7 national and international days on June 11th. Today’s national and international celebrations highlight everything from iconic desserts and famous pizzas to wildcats, yarn graffiti, and rare genetic disorders.

June 12

There are 13 national and international days on June 12th. The observances on this day range from international labor awareness and military milestones to food celebrations and cultural icons.

  • International Cachaça Day
    🍹 See also the full list of alcohol-related national days.
  • International Falafel Day
  • National Button Battery Awareness Day
  • National Career Nurse Assistants’ Day* (first day of National Nursing Assistants’ Week)
    🧑‍⚕️ A similar day recognizing nurses globally is International Nurses Day, observed on May 12.
  • National Jerky Day
    🥩 A related celebration, National Craft Jerky Day, takes place on November 27.
  • National Loving Day
  • National Peanut Butter Cookie Day
  • National Red Rose Day
    🌹 The entire month of June is also recognized as National Rose Month in the United States.
  • National Seersucker Day* (second Thursday in June)
  • Superman Day: Some fans also recognize this day on April 18—the comic’s original publication date.
  • Women Veterans Day
  • World Day Against Child Labour
  • World Verdejo Day* (Second Thursday of June)

June 13

There are 16 national and international days on June 13th. Today’s observances celebrate everything from sports and small business civility to movement therapy, chamoy, and men’s health.

  • International Albinism Awareness Day
  • International Axe Throwing Day
  • International Community Association Managers Day
  • National Blame Someone Else Day* (First Friday the 13th of the year)
  • National Chamoy Day
  • National Dance/Movement Therapy Advocacy Day
  • National Golf Cart Day
  • National Kitchen Klutzes of America Day
  • National Movie Night* (Second Friday in June)
    🎥 This day pairs well with celebrations like National Streaming Day on May 20 and National Popcorn Day on January 19.
  • National Posttraumatic Growth Day / PTG Day
  • National Productive Business Civility Day
  • National Sewing Machine Day
  • National Weed Your Garden Day
    🪴 Related observance: National Gardening Day on April 14
  • Random Acts of Light Day
  • Wear BLUE Day* (Friday before Father’s Day)
  • World Softball Day

June 14

There are 18 national and international days on June 14th. The observances on this day highlight a colorful mix of food, drink, history, creativity, and cultural traditions, with a few moving-date celebrations landing on the second Saturday in June.

June 15

There are 14 national and international days on June 15th. The national and international days observed today include celebrations of nature, renewable energy, and summer fun, alongside educational reminders about global challenges and social responsibilities.

  • Beer Day Britain 🇬🇧
  • National Craft Spirits Week* (June 15-21, 2025)
    🍹 See also our complete list of alcohol-related national days.
  • Father’s Day* (Third Sunday in June)
  • Global Wind Day
  • International Women in Mining Day
  • International Working Animal Day
  • National Big Boy Day
  • National Foam Party Day
  • National Lobster Day
  • National Megalodon Day 
  • National Prune Day
  • National Smile Power Day
  • National Turkey Lovers’ Day* (Third Sunday in June)
  • Nature Photography Day
  • World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

June 16

There are 9 national and international days on June 16th. This day’s observances span topics from wildlife conservation and global remittances to fudge, waterfalls, and even cats at the office.

  • Arborist Appreciation Day
  • Fresh Veggies Day
    🥗 This day complements June’s broader observance as Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month, which began in 2019, and pairs well with National Eat Your Vegetables Day on June 17.
  • International Day of Family Remittances
  • International Day of the African Child
  • International Waterfall Day
  • National Fudge Day
    🍮 A related holiday, National Peanut Butter Fudge Day, is observed on November 20.
  • National Take Your Cat to Work Day* (First day of Take Your Pet to Work Week)
    🐱🐶This light-hearted holiday kicks off National Take Your Pet to Work Week* (June 16-20, 2025) and mirrors National Take Your Dog to Work Day, which began in the late 1990s.
  • World Refill Day
  • World Sea Turtle Day
    🐢 A closely related observance, World Turtle Day, is marked on May 23 to celebrate all turtle species, both marine and terrestrial.

June 17

There are 10 national and international days on June 17th. Today’s national and international celebrations touch on everything from food and environmental awareness to geometry-inspired art, wild reptiles, and under-appreciated workers.

  • Global Garbage Man Day
  • National Accounts Payable Day* (Third Tuesday in June)
  • National Apple Strudel Day
  • National Cherry Tart Day
    🍒 It joins other cherry-themed food holidays like National Cherry Pie Day on February 20 and National Cherry Turnover Day on August 28.
  • National Eat Your Vegetables Day
  • National Mascot Day
  • National Root Beer Day: While the better-known National Root Beer Float Day falls on August 6, June 17 is sometimes cited for celebrating this classic soda.
  • World Croc Day
  • World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought
  • World Tessellation Day

June 18

There are 10 national and international days on June 18th. This date brings together national days that celebrate neurodiversity, sustainable eating, travel, aquariums, mental health awareness, and more—offering something for just about every interest.

  • Autistic Pride Day
    💡 It complements other observances like World Autism Awareness Day on April 2 and Autism Acceptance Month in April.
  • Clean Your Aquarium Day
    🧼 See the full list of national days dedicated to cleaning and organization.
  • International Day for Countering Hate Speech
  • International Panic Day
  • International Picnic Day
  • International Sushi Day
  • National Go Fishing Day
    🐟 It’s one of several fishing-related observances, including National Hunting and Fishing Day (fourth Saturday in September) and National Fish Day on August 27.
  • National Splurge Day
  • National Wanna Get Away Day
  • Sustainable Gastronomy Day

June 19

There are 12 national and international days on June 19th. This date holds deep historical significance while also celebrating technology, cartoons, food culture, and slow-paced joy.

  • Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict
  • International Box Day
  • Juneteenth / Emancipation Day / Freedom Day
  • National Dump the Pump Day* (Third Thursday in June)
  • National FreeBSD Day
  • National Garfield the Cat Day
  • National Watch Day
  • Rare Chromosome Disorder Awareness Day
  • Real Food Day
  • World Sauntering Day
  • World Sickle Cell Day
  • World Tapas Day* (Third Thursday in June)

June 20

There are 17 national and international days on June 20th. The national and international observances on this day span topics from sustainability and solstice traditions to animal welfare, workplace wellness, and sweet treats.

  • Global Car Recycling Day
  • International Nystagmus Awareness Day
  • International Tennis Day
  • National American Eagle Day
    🐦 A similar observance, National Bird Day, is held on January 5.
  • National Celluma Light Therapy Day
  • National Hike with a Geek Day
  • National Ice Cream Soda Day
    🥤 Related observances include National Root Beer Float Day on August 6 and National Black Cow Day on June 10.
  • National Kouign Amann Day
    🥐 Related pastry observances include National Croissant Day on January 30.
  • National Seashell Day
  • National Take Back the Lunch Break Day* (Third Friday in June)
    🗓️ Similar wellness-minded observances include National Leave the Office Early Day on June 2.
  • National Take Your Dog to Work Day* (Friday after Father’s Day)
    🐱 A similar observance, National Take Your Cat to Work Day, is held on June 16.
  • National Vanilla Milkshake Day
    🍫 A related observance, National Chocolate Milkshake Day, takes place on September 12.
  • National Yard Games Day* (First day of Summer)
  • Summer Begins* (date varies)
  • West Virginia Day
    🗓️ For a related tribute, see National West Virginia Day on March 22.
  • World Productivity Day
  • World Refugee Day

June 21

There are 22 national and international days on June 21st. This date marks the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, making it a popular choice for celebrations that honor light, nature, and outdoor living.

  • Go Skateboarding Day
  • International Day of Yoga
  • International Surfing Day* (Third Saturday in June)
  • International Vanlife Cooking Day
  • National Arizona Day
  • National Cookie Dough Day
  • National Dachshund Day
    🐶 It’s one of several dog-related days, including National Dog Day on August 26 and National Puppy Day on March 23.
  • National Daylight Appreciation Day
  • National Day of the Gong
  • National Dog Party Day* (Third Saturday in June)
  • National Flexible Working Day
  • National Peaches ‘N’ Cream Day
    🍑 A related day, National Peach Day, is observed on August 22.
  • National Selfie Day
  • National Smoothie Day
  • National Wagyu Day
  • Shades for Migraine
  • World Giraffe Day
  • World Humanist Day
  • World Hydrography Day
  • World Lambrusco Day
  • World Martini Day / National Martini Day* (Third Saturday in June)
    🍸 Related days include National Cocktail Day on March 24. See also our complete list of alcohol-themed national day.
  • World Motorcycle Day

June 22

There are 10 national and international days on June 22nd. With summer officially underway in the Northern Hemisphere, today’s observances range from sweet desserts and refreshing liqueurs to rainforest protection, pet safety, and HVAC appreciation.

  • B Kinder Day
  • International Being You Day
  • National Chocolate Eclair Day
  • National HVAC Tech Day
  • National Kissing Day
    💋 A similar day, International Kissing Day is celebrated on July 6.
  • National Limoncello Day
  • National Onion Rings Day
  • National Pet Choking Prevention Day
  • Positive Media Day
  • World Rainforest Day

June 23

There are 13 national and international days on June 23rd. Today’s celebrations cover everything from hydration and porridge to engineering, pizza, and pink flamingos.

  • International Olympic Day
  • International Widows Day
  • International Women in Engineering Day
  • National Detroit-Style Pizza Day
    🍕 See also our complete list of pizza-related national days.
  • National Family Owned & Operated Businesses Day
  • National Hydration Day
  • National Let It Go Day
  • National Pecan Sandies Day
  • National Pink Day
  • 👚 Similar days include International Day of Pink celebrated on the second Wednesday in April and Wear It Pink Day in October in the UK 🇬🇧, both promoting kindness and unity.
  • National Porridge Day
    🥣 While this day celebrates porridge in general, World Porridge Day on October 10 supports Mary’s Meals, a charity providing porridge-based meals to children in developing countries.
  • National Typewriter Day
  • Pink Flamingo Day
  • United Nations Public Service Day

June 24

There are 8 national and international days on June 24th. Today’s celebrations explore themes of creativity, equality, folklore, and sustainability—all linked to the traditions of Midsummer.

  • International Fairy Day
  • Midsummer
  • National Patch Day
  • National Pralines Day
  • National Relationship Equity Day
  • National Take Back the Lunch Break Day
  • National Upcycling Day
  • Swim a Lap Day
  • World UFO Day* (also observed on July 2)

June 25

There are 14 national and international days on June 25th. Today’s observances span topics from classic TV and haircare to goat cheese, joy, and early Christmas crafting.

  • Color TV Day
  • Day of the Seafarer
  • Global Beatles Day
  • Goat Cheese Day
  • National Camp Counts Day
  • National Catfish Day
  • National Croatian Wine Day
  • National Day of Joy* (Last Wednesday in June)
  • National Leon Day
  • National Olaplex Day
  • National Parchment Day* (Last Wednesday in June)
  • National Strawberry Parfait Day
  • Please Take My Children to Work Day
  • World Vitiligo Day

June 26

There are 14 national and international days on June 26th. Today’s observances highlight global awareness days, beloved animated characters, nostalgic desserts, and everyday technology that has quietly transformed the world.

  • International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking
  • International Day in Support of Victims of Torture
  • Lilo & Stitch Day / 626 Day
  • National Barcode Day
  • National Beautician’s Day
  • National Bomb Pop Day* (Last Thursday in June)
  • National Canoe Day
  • National Chocolate Pudding Day
  • National Coconut Day
  • National Handshake Day* (Last Thursday in June)
  • World Refrigeration Day

June 27

  • ARRL Field Day
  • International Rosé Day* (Fourth Friday of June)
  • Micro-, Small and Medium Enterprises Day a.k.a MSMEs Day
  • National Bingo Day
  • National Cream Tea Day
  • National HIV Testing Day
  • National Ice Cream Cake Day
  • National Onion Day
  • National Orange Blossom DayNational PTSD Awareness Day
  • National Sunglasses Day

June 28

  • International Body Piercing Day
  • International Caps Lock Day
  • National Insurance Awareness Day
  • National Logistics Day
  • National Paul Bunyan Day
  • National Tapioca Day
  • Please Take My Children to Work Day
  • Tau Day
  • Global Smurf Day* (Saturday closest to June 25): Global Smurf Day began in 2011 to celebrate the release of The Smurfsmovie and has continued annually on the Saturday nearest June 25. The event honors the beloved blue characters created by Belgian artist Peyo. Fans worldwide dress up, learn more about Smurf lore, and recognize more than 100 different Smurfs, from Papa Smurf and Smurfette to lesser-known figures like Finance Smurf and Nosey Smurf.

June 29

  • International Day of the Tropics
  • Hug Holiday Day
  • National Almond Buttercrunch Day
  • National Camera Day
  • National Waffle Iron Day

June 30

  • International Asteroid Day
  • International Day of Parliamentarism
  • National Meteor Watch Day
  • National OOTD Day (Outfit Of The Day)
  • Social Media Day
  • Leap Second Time Adjustment Day: Occasionally observed on December 31 or June 30, this day accounts for the Earth’s irregular rotation. Scientists add a “leap second” to maintain precision in timekeeping, though it’s not required every year.

National Days in June Where the Date Always Changes

  • National Black Bear Day – First Saturday in June
  • National Bubbly Day – First Saturday in June
  • National Prairie Day – First Saturday in June
  • National Trails Day – First Saturday in June
  • National Cancer Survivor’s Day – First Sunday in June
  • Global Running Day – First Wednesday in June
  • National Doughnut Day / National Donut Day – First Friday in June
  • National Dragonfly Day – 2nd Saturday in June
  • National Outlet Shopping Day – 2nd Saturday in June
  • National Rosé Day – 2nd Saturday in June
  • Children’s Day – 2nd Sunday in June
  • National Forklift Safety Day – 2nd Tuesday in June
  • National Call Your Doctor – 2nd Tuesday in June
  • National Movie Night – 2nd Friday in June
  • Wear Blue Day – Friday before Father’s Day
  • National Turkey Lovers’ Day – 3rd Sunday in June
  • Father’s Day – 3rd Sunday in June
  • National Parchment Day – Last Wednesday in June
  • National Handshake Day – Last Thursday in June
  • National Bomb Pop Day – Last Thursday in June

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Last Update: June 18, 2025