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National Call a Friend Day

Celebrate National Call a Friend Day by picking up the phone and catching up with your BFFs - it's time to make those long overdue connections!

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December 2026

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

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YEARLY DATEDecember 28

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYRelationships

SUBCATEGORYFriendship

INTRO

Introduction

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National Call a Friend Day on December 28 is here to remind us that relationships are worth cherishing! This day has been around since the mid-2000s and celebrates your closest friendships. It's also a great opportunity for you to reach out to those friends that you haven't talked with in awhile, or just catch up with the ones who are always there for you.

TIMELINE

National Call a Friend Day Timeline

Invention of the Telephone

Alexander Graham Bell invents the telephone, forever changing the way people communicate over distances.

First Mobile Phone Call

Martin Cooper of Motorola makes the first mobile phone call using a prototype of the cellular phone.

Texting Surpasses Calling

For the first time, text messaging usage surpasses calling, leading to changes in communication habits.

Establishment of National Call a Friend Day

National Call a Friend Day is established to remind people of the importance of maintaining close friendships through direct communication.

Rise of Video Calling Apps

With the advent of video calling apps like Skype and FaceTime, people can now engage in more meaningful face-to-face conversations regardless of distance.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Call a Friend Day

Call an old friend

Take some time to call an old friend from school, or from college. Sometimes it can be hard to keep in touch, but you'll appreciate the effort.

PLAN

Plan a group video chat

Set up a group video chat with all of your friends. You can reconnect with everyone and get caught up on each other's lives.

ORGANIZE

Organize a virtual game night

Choose a fun game to play together online with your friends. Board games, card games, charades, whatever you like - just have some fun!

SEND

Send an old-fashioned letter

Write a letter to your friends. It doesn't have to be long, just a few words will do. It's a great way to show your appreciation for them.

WRITE

Write a thank you note

Send a thank you note to someone who has been especially kind or helpful in your life. It's always nice to take the time to express gratitude.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Call a Friend Day

It gives us the chance to catch up

We all lead busy lives, so it can be hard to find time to connect with each other. Calling friends gives us the perfect opportunity to check in and see how they're doing, even when we're miles apart. Plus, it's also an amazing way to celebrate special days like birthdays or holidays!

Calling friends can help reduce stress

Taking the time to call our closest friends or family members can have a calming effect on us and help reduce our stress levels. Just hearing a friendly voice can give us the support we need to get through our day, and makes life's worries seem a bit more manageable.

It's free and easy

In this age of technology, it's never been easier to stay connected for free. Whether you're using video chat or just a regular phone call, catching up with your loved ones is simple and doesn't cost anything. So if you're feeling lonely or need some moral support, why not pick up the phone?