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National Email Week

Unleash the power of communication with National Email Week - send meaningful messages, connect with old friends, or tidy up your inbox!

Monday

8–14

June 2026

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

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YEARLY DATENational Email Week (2nd Mon Jun, 7-day Mon-Sun)

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYTech

SUBCATEGORYSocial Media

INTRO

Introduction

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Start those drafts, check your spam folder, and get ready to hit send - it's National Email Week starting on June 10! This week-long event honors one of the most influential advancements in modern communication, the email. Can you believe it's been over 50 years since the first email was sent? In that time, email has revolutionized how we connect with one another, changing not just personal communication but also business transactions, networking, and even the way we receive our news. It's a week to appreciate this technological marvel, brush up on your email etiquette, and maybe even reconnect with some long lost e-pals. So join in the celebration, and remember, no spamming - it's all about meaningful connections!

TIMELINE

National Email Week Timeline

First Email Sent

Ray Tomlinson sends the first ever email in 1971, forever changing the face of communication.

First Mass Email

In 1978, Gary Thuerk sends the first-ever mass email promoting DEC machines, heralding the era of email marketing.

Hotmail Launches

Microsoft launches Hotmail (now Outlook) in 1996; one of the first webmail services available to the public.

Gmail Introduction

Google introduces Gmail on April 1, giving a significant boost to the use of email services globally with its innovative features.

National Email Week Founded

The first National Email Week is celebrated to acknowledge the crucial role email plays in our personal and professional lives.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Email Week

Refresh your email skills

Take this week to refresh yourself on the best practices of sending emails. Remember to proofread, use a clear and concise subject line, and keep your message as brief as possible. Brush up on email etiquette and introduce some professional touches to your communication style.

CLEAN

Clean up your inbox

Celebrate National Email Week by tidying up your inbox. This can be a cathartic process and a great practical way to make you feel more efficient and organized. Delete old emails, unsubscribe from newsletters you no longer read, and set up filters to help manage your incoming mail.

RECONNECT

Reconnect with old friends

Use this week as a chance to reconnect with old friends or colleagues through email. Reach out to those contacts you have been meaning to catch up with, share some news, or simply check in to see how they are doing.

MAKE

Make a habit of daily replies

Take immediate action during National Email Week by striving to reply to all your emails within 24 hours. This will not only help you manage your inbox better but shows respect and consideration for others' time.

SEND

Send Appreciative Emails

Use National Email Week as an opportunity to send out appreciative emails. Whether it’s to employees, colleagues or friends, take the time to say thank you and acknowledge others. It only takes a few minutes, but can have a big impact.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Email Week

Encourages Connection

This week inspires us to use emails to reconnect with long-lost friends and old colleagues. It's not just about business; it's also about nurturing personal relationships that may have languished due to physical distance or time constraints.

Celebrates Modern Communication

National Email Week acknowledges the immense effect email has had on our lives. It has opened up countless opportunities for individuals and businesses, making communication more accessible than ever before. This week allows us to appreciate the convenience that email has brought to our lives.

Motivates us to Organize

As part of National Email Week, we're encouraged to declutter and organize our inboxes, which can lead to improved efficiency and productivity. It's a much-needed reminder to unsubscribe from unwanted newsletters, sort important email, and delete outdated ones.

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