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International Box Day

Get ready to think outside the box and celebrate International Box Day with fun crafts, creative activities, and unique ways to reuse boxes!

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June 2027

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

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YEARLY DATEJune 19

OBSERVED INInternationally

CATEGORYFun

SUBCATEGORYSilly

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to think outside the box on International Box Day, celebrated every year on June 22! This day is all about embracing creativity and innovation, and what better way to do that than with a simple cardboard box? Boxes have been around for centuries and have served many purposes, from storage containers to building materials. But on this special day, we celebrate their versatility and encourage everyone to see things from a different perspective. So grab a box and let your imagination run wild – who knows what amazing creations you'll come up with!

TIMELINE

International Box Day Timeline

Invention of Cardboard

The first commercial cardboard box was produced in England during the early 1800s.

First Corrugated Box

The first corrugated box, a key innovation that offers high strength and durability, was patented by British inventors Albert Jones.

Creation of Folding Boxes

Robert Gair invented the pre-cut paperboard box, which is easy to fold into a box shape and became widely used for packaging.

Rise of Online Shopping

The rise of online shopping platforms like Amazon increased the importance and usage of cardboard boxes for shipping and packaging.

First International Box Day

The first International Box Day was celebrated, encouraging creativity and innovative uses of boxes beyond their traditional purposes.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate International Box Day

Create a cardboard box fort

Gather some cardboard boxes and get creative by building a fort or castle out of them. You can even add decorations and make it a fun activity for the whole family.

HAVE

Have a box-themed movie night

Choose a few movies that feature boxes in some way, such as "Toy Story" or "The Box Trolls," and have a movie marathon with popcorn and snacks in, you guessed it, boxes!

ORGANIZE

Organize a box donation drive

Spread the love of boxes by organizing a donation drive for local shelters or organizations that could use them. You can also ask friends and family to save their boxes for you to donate.

HOST

Host a box decorating party

Get some art supplies and have a box decorating party! Encourage everyone to get creative and turn their boxes into personalized works of art.

Go on a scavenger hunt for boxes

Make a list of different types of boxes and go on a scavenger hunt around your town or neighborhood to find them. You can also add tasks or challenges to make it even more fun.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love International Box Day

Boxes have endless possibilities

From forts and castles to robots and cars, boxes can be turned into just about anything your heart desires. On International Box Day, let your imagination run wild and see what amazing creations you can come up with!

It's a day to celebrate creativity and imagination

International Box Day encourages people of all ages to think outside the box and get creative with everyday items. It's a great reminder that with a little bit of imagination, ordinary things can be transformed into something extraordinary!

It's a fun activity for families and friends

Gather your loved ones and have a blast building and decorating boxes together. It's a great way to bond and create lasting memories while also fostering teamwork and problem-solving skills. Plus, who doesn't love a little friendly competition?