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Foursquare Day

Get ready to check in and celebrate Foursquare Day on April 16th - with fun challenges, discounts, and rewards for your love of exploring!

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April 2027

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEApril 16

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYTech

SUBCATEGORYSocial Media

INTRO

Introduction

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Mark your calendars for April 16, because it's time to celebrate Foursquare Day! This fun and quirky holiday started in 2010 as a way to honor the popular location-based social media app, Foursquare. The date was chosen because it corresponds with the four-square court used in playground games. However, this day is not just about the app – it's also a celebration of exploration and discovery. So get ready to check-in to new places, earn badges, and connect with friends on this exciting day!

TIMELINE

Foursquare Day Timeline

Launch of Foursquare App

The Foursquare location-based social networking app was launched, allowing users to "check-in" at various locations and earn badges.

Inception of Foursquare Day

On April 16, the first ever Foursquare Day was celebrated, following a suggestion by a Tampa optometrist and avid Foursquare user, Nate Bonilla-Warford.

First Official Foursquare Day

Foursquare officially recognizes Foursquare Day, encouraging users worldwide to participate and businesses to offer special promotions and discounts for check-ins.

Global Participation

Foursquare Day is celebrated in over 1,000 cities worldwide, marking its international growth and popularity.

Introduction of Swarm App

Foursquare separates its check-in and location-sharing features into a new app called Swarm, while Foursquare becomes a local search-and-discovery service app.

Virtual Celebrations

Given the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions, Foursquare Day celebrations largely moved online, with users participating virtually via the app and sharing on social media.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate Foursquare Day

Host a Foursquare scavenger hunt

Create a list of locations and challenges for your friends to check in at on Foursquare. The first person to complete the scavenger hunt wins a prize!

THROW

Throw a Foursquare-themed party

Decorate your party with Foursquare logos and have your guests check in to different areas of the party using the app. You can even create badges for different activities or games at the party.

ORGANIZE

Organize a Foursquare meetup

Create an event on Foursquare and invite your friends to join you for a day of checking in, exploring new places, and earning special badges. You can also use this as an opportunity to meet new people who share your love for Foursquare.

ATTEND

Attend a Foursquare event

Check out the Foursquare website or app for any events happening in your area on Foursquare Day. This is a great opportunity to meet other Foursquare users, learn more about the app, and have a fun time!

CREATE

Create a Foursquare-themed meal

Get creative in the kitchen and make dishes inspired by Foursquare locations or badges. You can also use the app to check in at each location as you cook and share your creations with your friends.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love Foursquare Day

There are often deals and discounts offered on this day

Many businesses participate in Foursquare Day by offering special promotions or discounts to those who check in using the app. So not only do you get to discover new places and connect with others, but you may also save some money in the process!

It's a fun way to discover new places

Foursquare Day encourages people to check in at different locations and share their experiences. This can lead to discovering new restaurants, coffee shops, or other places you may not have visited otherwise. It's a great way to expand your horizons and find hidden gems in your city.

It promotes socializing and community

Foursquare Day encourages people to connect with others and meet up at different locations. It's a great opportunity to socialize, make new friends, and build a sense of community in your area.