Date
Wednesday
Feb
12

February 12

National Freedom to Marry Day

Celebrate National Freedom to Marry Day! Join us in recognizing the freedom to marry for all couples, and show your support for marriage equality.

Yearly Date
February 12
Type
Day

Introduction

National Freedom to Marry Day is an annual celebration of love on Feb. 12! This day celebrates the freedom to marry and recognize couples who have taken the plunge into marriage equality. It's also a time for people everywhere to reflect on how far our society has come in terms of acceptance, understanding, and inclusion when it comes to relationships between two consenting adults regardless of their gender or sexual orientation.

National Freedom to Marry Day Timeline

1970
First Same-Sex Marriage Lawsuit
Jack Baker and Michael McConnell file the United States' first known lawsuit seeking the right to marry for same-sex couples, but the Supreme Court dismisses their case.
1999
National Freedom to Marry Day Founding
Founded by Lambda Legal, a civil rights organization, National Freedom to Marry Day is recognized as a day of celebration for marriage equality.
2004
First State Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage
Massachusetts becomes the first US state to legalize same-sex marriage following a ruling by its Supreme Judicial Court.
2010
Proposition 8 Overturned in California
A federal judge rules that Proposition 8, which banned same-sex marriage in California, is unconstitutional, allowing same-sex marriages to resume in the state.
2015
Nationwide Marriage Equality
The US Supreme Court issues a historic ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges, granting nationwide marriage equality, ensuring same-sex couples have the constitutional right to marry.

How to Celebrate National Freedom to Marry Day

1

Attend a rally

Find a local rally or march in support of marriage equality and show your support. You can also look for any organized events or activities that may be happening in your area.

2

Donate

Consider donating to an organization that is fighting for the rights of all people to marry, regardless of gender or sexual orientation.

3

Write a letter

Write a letter to your local representatives expressing your support for marriage equality. You may also consider writing letters to the editor of your local newspaper or magazines about this important issue.

4

Share your story

Share stories of love and commitment with others. This could be done through a blog post, an article in a magazine, or even just talking to friends and family about why marriage equality matters.

5

Organize an event

Organize an event in celebration of National Freedom to Marry Day and invite friends, family, and community leaders to come together and celebrate this important day.

Why We Love National Freedom to Marry Day

A

It supports the right to marry for all

National Freedom to Marry day is a celebration of the right to marriage for all, regardless of gender or sexual orientation. It serves as an important reminder that everyone should be able to share in the joys and legal benefits of marriage - not just some.

B

Everyone deserves love and happiness

Love isn't restricted to certain groups or individuals - it's something that every person has the right to experience. National Freedom to Marry day gives us the opportunity to come together and express our support for those who haven't yet been given the same freedoms that many of us take for granted.

C

It promotes inclusivity and acceptance

By celebrating National Freedom to Marry Day, we are sending a clear message that love is for everyone. This special day helps to promote a culture of inclusion, understanding, and respect among people from all walks of life.

National Freedom to Marry Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Feb 11
Saturday
2024
Feb 11
Sunday
2025
Feb 11
Tuesday
2026
Feb 11
Wednesday
2027
Feb 11
Thursday