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National Kissing Day

Celebrate National Kissing Day with some extra love - share sweet kisses and special moments with your partner!

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June 2026

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

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YEARLY DATEJune 22

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYRelationships

SUBCATEGORYRomance

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to pucker up and celebrate National Kissing Day on June 22! This special day has been around for decades, with many believing it was first created in the United Kingdom in the 1990s. But no matter where this holiday originated, what's certain is that people all over the world love to give each other a good smooch. So whether you're single or taken, get out there and show your loved ones just how much they mean to you by giving them a kiss!

TIMELINE

National Kissing Day Timeline

Romantic Kiss Popularized

During the Victorian era, the romantic kiss begins to be popularized in literature and art, highlighting its cultural significance.

Cinema Kiss Censure

The Hays Code is implemented in Hollywood, restricting the depiction of kissing and romance in films for several decades.

Breakthrough Interracial Kiss

The first interracial kiss on television occurs on British TV in the play "You in Your Small Corner"

National Kissing Day Originates

National Kissing Day is believed to have been first created in the United Kingdom during the 1990s.

Global Recognition

The holiday gains international recognition, with various countries celebrating on different dates.

Viral Kisses

Kisses start trending in social media as a popular form to express love and affection, notably with hashtags like #KissForPeace.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Kissing Day

Kiss your pet

Your furry friends deserve some love too! Show them how much you care by giving them a smooch.

SEND

Send a kiss in the mail

Surprise a loved one by sending them a letter with a kiss inside. This is sure to bring a smile to their face.

KISS

Kiss your partner goodbye

If you have to leave your partner for the day, make sure to give them a passionate kiss goodbye before you go.

TAKE

Take part in an outdoor kissing game

Gather up your friends and family and enjoy the outdoors while playing some kissing games. From 'spin the bottle' to 'truth or dare', the possibilities are endless.

GIVE

Give yourself a kiss

You don't need anyone else to celebrate National Kissing Day - take some time to show yourself some love and appreciation with a sweet kiss on your cheek!

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Kissing Day

Kissing is fun!

Yes, it's true - kissing can be lots of fun! It doesn't have to be serious all the time - it can be silly, too. From making funny faces while puckering up to using props like tiaras or animal masks, there are plenty of ways to turn a kiss into an enjoyable activity.

Kissing is a great way to show affection

Kissing is a wonderful way to show love and affection. Whether it’s an intimate moment between partners or playful kisses between friends, kissing can express many different kinds of emotions. On National Kissing Day, you can spread the love by giving your family and friends your full attention through every kiss!

Kissing helps you connect with people

If you're looking for a great way to bond with your loved ones, try kissing! The close physical contact also releases oxytocin, which is known as the “love hormone” that increases feelings of closeness and trust. So on National Kissing Day, why not give your partner, family or friends a few kisses and see how great it makes you both feel?

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