June 25 National Days

June 25 is the 176th day of the year (177th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar, leaving 189 days until the end of the year. Today’s observances span topics from classic TV and haircare to goat cheese, joy, and early Christmas crafting.

Some celebrations, like Global Smurf Day, National Parchment Day, and the National Day of Joy, shift slightly each year depending on the weekday, while most remain fixed on June 25.

Here’s a full overview of the 14 national and international days observed on June 25.

National and International Days on June 25

Color TV Day: Marks a major moment in media history—June 25, 1951—when CBS aired the first commercial color broadcast, a variety show called “Premiere.” While experiments with color television began earlier, this day honors the broadcast that introduced Americans to a new way of experiencing television. Widespread adoption came years later, but the event symbolized a leap forward in entertainment technology.

Day of the Seafarer: Created in 2010 by a resolution at the STCW Conference in Manila and first celebrated in 2011, the Day of the Seafarer honors the work of those who keep global trade moving. Seafarers transport over 90 percent of world trade, including food, fuel, and manufactured goods. The day is now officially recognized by the United Nations and administered by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

Global Beatles Day: First celebrated in 2009, Global Beatles Day is the brainchild of Beatles fan Faith Cohen. She chose June 25 in honor of the band’s performance during the first global satellite TV broadcast in 1967. The day serves as a tribute to the band’s influence on music, peace, and global culture, offering fans a moment to say “thank you” to The Beatles.

Goat Cheese Day: Established in 1998 by the American Cheese Society and French cheese producer Savencia Fromage & Dairy (formerly Bongrain), Goat Cheese Day celebrates the tangy, creamy qualities of chèvre. The day highlights goat cheese’s health benefits, unique flavor, and wide culinary uses. It’s a chance to explore one of the oldest cheeses in the world, appreciated for both tradition and taste.

National Camp Counts Day: Launched in 2019 by YMCA Camp Mason in New Jersey, National Camp Counts Day focuses on making summer camp experiences accessible to all children. The camp’s fundraising effort “Camp Counts!” inspired the day, which aims to raise awareness about financial aid for camps. Celebrated every June 25, it emphasizes how camp builds confidence, friendships, and lifelong skills.

National Catfish Day: First declared on June 25, 1987, by President Ronald Reagan, National Catfish Day highlights the importance of farm-raised catfish in American agriculture. In his presidential proclamation, Reagan praised catfish farming for its contribution to the economy and for offering a healthy, affordable food source. The day is celebrated with catfish dishes and community events in catfish-farming regions.

National Croatian Wine Day: Started by Anna M. Viducic, founder of Aroma Wine Co., this holiday celebrates Croatia’s winemaking traditions and coincides with the country’s Independence Day. Croatia is home to 120 indigenous grape varieties and four major wine regions. First observed in the U.S. in recent years, National Croatian Wine Day on June 25 encourages people to explore and appreciate Croatia’s 2,500-year-old wine culture.

National Day of Joy* (Last Wednesday in June): First celebrated in 2019, the National Day of Joy was created by Comfort Keepers to promote emotional well-being through small, joyful moments. Designed with seniors in mind, the day emphasizes the value of connection, family, and mindfulness. It reminds people to slow down and rediscover everyday happiness, outside of material pursuits.

National Leon Day: Falling exactly six months before Christmas, National Leon Day gets its name from spelling “Noel” backwards. Crafters and holiday planners mark June 25 as the unofficial start of their Christmas preparations. While the origins of the day remain unclear, it has gained popularity among those who enjoy getting a head start on handmade gifts, decorations, and festive planning.

National Olaplex Day: June 25 commemorates the invention of Olaplex, a hair treatment formula created by Dr. Craig Hawker in Santa Barbara. First observed in 2020, the day celebrates Olaplex’s breakthrough in hair repair through its patented ingredient, Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate. With millions of users worldwide, the brand has become known for strengthening damaged hair, especially color-treated strands.

National Parchment Day* (Last Wednesday in June): Established in 2016 by Canadian company PaperChef, National Parchment Day promotes the benefits of using parchment paper in cooking. It highlights its role in healthy, low-oil meals, easy cleanup, and enhanced flavor. From baking to roasting and steaming, parchment helps home cooks and chefs experiment with new techniques.

National Strawberry Parfait Day: Perfectly timed during peak strawberry season, this food holiday celebrates the sweet layers of fruit, cream, and crunch that make up a strawberry parfait. The dessert, originally French, has become a warm-weather favorite in the U.S. While the origins of this specific observance are unclear, it’s a popular summer day to enjoy a fresh parfait, often featuring local berries.

Please Take My Children to Work Day: Created in 2003 by parenting blogger Jen Singer of MommaSaid.net, this humorous holiday gives stay-at-home parents a much-needed break. The idea encourages partners or friends to take the kids to work for a day, offering rest and recharge time for the parent at home. Celebrated every June 25, it adds levity to the ongoing challenges of full-time parenting.

World Vitiligo Day: Began in 2011 as a grassroots effort led by Ogo Maduewesi, founder of the Vitiligo Support and Awareness Foundation in Nigeria. The date honors Michael Jackson, who had vitiligo, and commemorates efforts to increase understanding of this skin condition. Later supported by Yan Valle of the Vitiligo Research Foundation, it has grown into one of the largest global health awareness campaigns.