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June 12 Holidays

National Loving Day
Relationship

National Loving Day

Celebrate National Loving Day by showing your appreciation to those who bring love and joy into your life - family, friends, and significant others!
National Red Rose Day
Special Interest

National Red Rose Day

Celebrate National Red Rose Day by sending a bouquet of beautiful roses to someone special - show them your love and appreciation!
National Jerky Day
Food & Beverage

National Jerky Day

Celebrate National Jerky Day with a delicious snack - choose from beef, turkey, pork, and more for the perfect jerky experience!
Superman Day
Arts & Entertainment

Superman Day

Celebrate Superman Day and join the world in honoring the iconic hero with special events, discounts, and activities!
National Peanut Butter Cookie Day
Food & Beverage

National Peanut Butter Cookie Day

Celebrate National Peanut Butter Cookie Day with a delicious twist - try baking some flavorful cookies that your whole family will love!
Pulse Night of Remembrance
Cultural

Pulse Night of Remembrance

Join us in honoring and remembering the victims of Pulse Nightclub tragedy on this emotional and powerful Night of Remembrance.
International Falafel Day
Food & Beverage

International Falafel Day

Celebrate International Falafel Day with friends and family - it's the perfect time to sample delicious falafel recipes from around the world!
Child Labor Day
Cause

Child Labor Day

On Child Labor Day, let's raise awareness and take action to end child labor around the world. Every child deserves a childhood!
World Day Against Child Labour
Cause

World Day Against Child Labour

Join the fight against child labour on World Day Against Child Labour - together, we can make a difference and give every child the opportunity to thrive.
Raggedy Ann and Andy Day
Special Interest

Raggedy Ann and Andy Day

It's time to celebrate the iconic duo of Raggedy Ann and Andy! Get ready for a day full of nostalgia, fun activities, and love for these beloved characters.
National Button Battery Awareness Day
Cause

National Button Battery Awareness Day

On National Button Battery Awareness Day, take a moment to educate yourself and others about the dangers of these small but powerful batteries. Safety first!
National Esther Day
Name Days

National Esther Day

Calling all Esthers, it's your day to shine! Share the love and celebrate National Esther Day with your fellow namesakes.
Democracy Day
Federal

Democracy Day

It's time to exercise your right to vote and celebrate Democracy Day! Let your voice be heard and make a difference in your community.
White Nights Festival in St. Petersburg
Cultural

White Nights Festival in St. Petersburg

Experience the magic of St. Petersburg's White Nights Festival - a breathtaking celebration of art, music, and culture under the midnight sun!
Philippines Independence Day
Cultural

Philippines Independence Day

Join in the festivities and honor the rich history and culture of the Philippines on Independence Day! Parades, traditional dances, and delicious food await.
Russia Day
Federal

Russia Day

Get ready to embrace all things Russian on Russia Day - from traditional food and music to cultural experiences, it's a celebration not to be missed!
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Monthly Holidays that include June 12

Pride Month
June

Pride Month

Show your pride this Pride Month and join the celebration of LGBTQ+ rights, equality, and freedom!
Black Lives Matter Month
June

Black Lives Matter Month

This Black Lives Matter Month, stand in solidarity and show your support - amplify voices, donate to causes, and join the movement!
African-American Music Appreciation Month
June

African-American Music Appreciation Month

Celebrate African-American Music Appreciation Month with us! Enjoy a variety of tunes and explore the history behind this beloved genre.
Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month
June

Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month

Join us this month to raise awareness for Alzheimer's and Brain Health - together we can make a difference!
Professional Wellness Month
June

Professional Wellness Month

Make this Professional Wellness Month count - invest in yourself with healthy habits, positive reflections, and mental clarity!
National Men’s Health Month
June

National Men’s Health Month

June is National Men's Health Month - take the time to make your health a priority and take action to improve your physical, mental & spiritual wellbeing!
National Safety Month
June

National Safety Month

Help spread awareness and keep your family safe during National Safety Month! Check out our resources to learn more about staying secure.
Caribbean-American Heritage Month
June

Caribbean-American Heritage Month

Celebrate Caribbean-American Heritage Month with us - explore our culture, traditions, music, and cuisine!
World Infertility Awareness Month
June

World Infertility Awareness Month

Join us in raising awareness for World Infertility Awareness Month - let's make a positive difference together!
Cucumber Month
June

Cucumber Month

Get ready to crunch and cool down this Cucumber Month with refreshing recipes, beauty tips, and fun facts about this versatile vegetable!
Mango Month
June

Mango Month

Get ready to indulge in the juicy sweetness of Mango Month! From smoothies to desserts, we've got all the recipes you need to celebrate this delicious fruit.
National Candy Month
June

National Candy Month

Satisfy your sweet tooth all month long with National Candy Month! From classic favorites to unique flavors, indulge in the best treats.
National Adopt A Cat Month
June

National Adopt A Cat Month

Ready to add a furry friend to your family? It's National Adopt A Cat Month, the perfect time to give a loving home to a shelter cat in need!
Turkey Lovers Month
June

Turkey Lovers Month

Calling all turkey lovers! November is Turkey Lovers Month and we have the perfect recipes, tips, and tricks to make your Thanksgiving feast extra delicious. Gobble gobble!
National Soul Food Month
June

National Soul Food Month

Let's honor the rich flavors and history of soul food this National Soul Food Month - indulge in delicious dishes and celebrate culture!
National Foster a Pet Month
June

National Foster a Pet Month

Ready to make a difference in the life of a furry friend? Join us this National Foster a Pet Month and give an animal in need a loving home!
National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Month
June

National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Month

Get ready to savor the delicious flavors of summer with National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Month - a perfect time to enjoy nature's bounty!
National Dairy Month
June

National Dairy Month

It's time to indulge in all things dairy for National Dairy Month! From creamy ice cream to cheesy dishes, there's something for every dairy lover.

Famous Birthdays Today

<div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/adriana-lima" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/5d9c913b-d25b-4437-4984-1b7cf8d10200/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Adriana Lima" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Model</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/adriana-lima" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Adriana Lima</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/danny-gonzalez" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/d279288a-2d04-424d-7a16-c783019e9700/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Danny Gonzalez" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">YouTube Star</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/danny-gonzalez" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Danny Gonzalez</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/dave-franco" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/ce79f980-20e0-4e37-42a3-0d2c4d4a6400/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Dave Franco" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Movie Actor</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/dave-franco" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Dave Franco</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/kendra-wilkinson" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/92a05bc9-3c15-46fb-88b9-746875262400/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Kendra Wilkinson" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Reality Star</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/kendra-wilkinson" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Kendra Wilkinson</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/anne-frank" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/23c2bf0f-08c5-4049-651d-c265c74d8400/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Anne Frank" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Non-Fiction Author</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/anne-frank" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Anne Frank</h3></a></div></div></div></div>

This Day in History

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1550</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Founding of Helsinki</div><div class='timeline-text'>King Gustav I of Sweden founded the city of Helsinki, Finland.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1817</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Ride of the Dandy Horse</div><div class='timeline-text'>Karl von Drais drove the earliest form of bicycle, the dandy horse.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1898</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Philippine Declaration of Independence</div><div class='timeline-text'>General Emilio Aguinaldo declared the Philippines' independence from Spain.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1939</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Baseball Hall of Fame Opens</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Baseball Hall of Fame opened in Cooperstown, New York, celebrating the sports heroes.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1942</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Anne Frank Receives her Diary</div><div class='timeline-text'>Anne Frank received a diary for her thirteenth birthday, which would later become world-renowned.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1967</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Loving v. Virginia Decision</div><div class='timeline-text'>The U.S. Supreme Court declared all laws which prohibit interracial marriage to be unconstitutional.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1979</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Man-Powered Flight Across English Channel</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bryan Allen won the second Kremer prize for a man-powered flight across the English Channel in the Gossamer Albatross.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1981</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Release of Raiders of the Lost Ark</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first film of the Indiana Jones franchise, Raiders of the Lost Ark, was released.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1997</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Reopening of the Globe Theatre</div><div class='timeline-text'>Queen Elizabeth II reopened the Globe Theatre in London, bringing Shakespeare's works alive again.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>US-North Korea Summit</div><div class='timeline-text'>U.S. President Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un of North Korea held a historic meeting in Singapore, marking a significant political milestone.</div></div></div>

FAQs

What holiday is June 12?
June 12th is a day bursting with diverse celebrations and solemn remembrances across the globe. Dive into gourmet pleasures with National Jerky Day and National Peanut Butter Cookie Day, or engage in cultural appreciation with Philippines Independence Day and Russia Day. For those looking for heartfelt themes, National Loving Day and the Pulse Night of Remembrance offer powerful opportunities for reflection and unity. From honoring historical legacies to combating child labor, June 12 encapsulates a wide spectrum of emotions and activities, ensuring there's something significant for everyone to connect with and celebrate.