June 21st
- National Arizona Day
- National Day of the Gong
- National Seashell Day – First Day of Summer
- National Selfie Day
- Go Skateboarding Day
- National Daylight Appreciation Day
- National Peaches ‘N’ Cream Day
- National Dump the Pump Day – Third Thursday in June
- Summer Begins – Changes Annually
SUMMER BEGINS
The longest day of the year marks the Beginning of Summer in the Northern Hemisphere which starts on June 20th, 21st or 22nd. It is also known as the Summer Solstice.
Summer Begins on different dates depending on times zones, the latest start date occurring on June 22nd.
HOW TO OBSERVE
Enjoy the first day of summer! Use #SummerBegins to share on social media.
HISTORY
Since ancient times, the summer solstice has been marked on calendars with celebrations honoring the sun and as a way to mark the seasons.
