13 Social Media Holidays to Celebrate This July

We've curated a list of 13 social media holidays that will keep your audience engaged and entertained this month, from celebrations rooted in patriotism to delightful snacks. 

• July 1. International Joke Day #InternationalJokeDay
• July 2. World UFO Day #WorldUFODay 
• July 4. Independence Day (United States) #IndependenceDay
• July 7. World Chocolate Day #WorldChocolateDay 
• July 11. Cheer Up the Lonely Day #CheerUpTheLonelyDay 
• July 14. Bastille Day – National Day in France #BastilleDay
• July 15. Give Something Away Day #GiveSomethingAwayDay 
• July 17. World Emoji Day #WorldEmojiDay 
• July 18. World Listening Day #WorldListeningDay
• July 18. Nelson Mandela International Day #MandelaDay 
• July 20. National Ice Cream Day #NationalIceCreamDay  
• July 24. Tell an Old Joke Day #TellAnOldJokeDay 
• July 30. International Day of Friendship #DayOfFriendship

These holidays are a great opportunity to get inspired by the creative way various brands leverage these holidays to engage with their online audiences. 

July 1. International Joke Day #InternationalJokeDay

Kick off the month with a laugh – it’s International Joke Day! This event is all about spreading smiles and embracing the infectious quality of laughter. From jokes to funny videos, there’s no better time to flood social with fun and humor.  

July 2. World UFO Day #WorldUFODay

Whether you believe we’re not alone in the universe or simply love a good conspiracy theory, World UFO Day is for you. Stir up some excitement on social by posting intriguing questions, hypothetical scenarios, or sharing famous UFO and UAP sightings. 

July 4. Independence Day (United States) #IndependenceDay

Commemorate the birth of American independence on the fourth of July, with patriotism, fireworks, and barbecues to boot.  

July 7. World Chocolate Day #WorldChocolateDay

As the saying goes, life is like a box of chocolates. Join the festivities by buying your favorite chocolates, sharing recipes, or even making some chocolate from scratch.  

Poll idea: Milk chocolate versus white and dark chocolate. 

July 11. Cheer Up the Lonely Day #CheerUpTheLonelyDay

On Cheer Up the Lonely Day, let's focus on spreading joy and companionship. Think of people who might be feeling lonely or isolated and find creative ways to brighten someone's day. Even the smallest act of kindness can have a significant impact. 

July 14. Bastille Day – National Day in France #BastilleDay

Bastille Day signifies the Storming of the Bastille, which to many historians unofficially created the climate for the French Revolution to unfold. Encourage your followers to immerse themselves in the richness of French culture, from its exquisite cuisine to its traditions. 

July 15. Give Something Away Day #GiveSomethingAwayDay

Celebrate generosity and selflessness on this Give Something Away Day. Why not kickstart a giveaway on your socials or encourage your followers to give back to their community?  

July 17. World Emoji Day #WorldEmojiDay

There's no better time than World Emoji Day to immerse yourself in the language of the digital era. These tiny symbols have revolutionized communication as we know it. 

Spark debates about the most superior emojis or encourage your followers to create stories using only emojis. After all, an emoji (essentially a miniature picture) is worth a thousand words. 

July 18. World Listening Day #WorldListeningDay

World Listening Day is a reminder about the power of active listening. Take a moment to simply listen – to the sounds of nature, music, or each other. Highlight incredible sounds that help us appreciate the world around us or initiate conversations with your online community about how we can all enhance our listening skills. 

July 18. Nelson Mandela International Day #MandelaDay

This day honors Nelson Mandela, South Africa's former president and a champion of human rights for all. Invite your followers to reflect on his enduring legacy and to embody his timeless teachings. 

July 20. National Ice Cream Day #NationalIceCreamDay

Savor the sweetness of Ice Cream Day, from classic to adventurous flavors (we’re talking mayo, sweet chili, or even mac and cheese ice cream). With a scoop for every palate, this is just one of those days to let your cravings take the lead.  

July 24. Tell an Old Joke Day #TellAnOldJokeDay

Dust off those classic puns and punchlines for Tell an Old Joke Day. It's really just about nostalgia, humor, and appreciating the jokes that never fail to get a laugh. The more followers you get to participate, the merrier. 

July 30. International Day of Friendship #DayOfFriendship

Wrap up the month by celebrating the bonds we share with our friends on International Day of Friendship. Send love and appreciation to your friends, whether they are far or near, and set the pace for your followers to do the same.   

That’s a wrap!

Start the second half of the year with these unofficial holidays to keep your social media content in shape. 

For more content to help you take your marketing game to the next level, check out our Social Media Holiday Calendar 2025.