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National New Friends Day

Make new friends and reconnect with old ones on National New Friends Day - come together to share experiences and build lasting relationships!
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When it is?
October 19
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Relationship
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United States
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Introduction

Get excited for National New Friends Day on October 19! This day is all about celebrating the beauty of friendship and recognizing the importance of having people in your life who can support you, encourage you, and bring joy to your life. It was first created in 2006 as a way to make new connections with others and has since become an annual tradition that we look forward to every year.

History of National New Friends Day

National New Friends Day Timeline

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2006</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Holiday's Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>National New Friends Day was first created to encourage making new friendships and connections.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Yearly Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>The holiday was celebrated annually for the first time, making it a new tradition.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Social Media Adoption</div><div class='timeline-text'>National New Friends Day gained wider recognition with the rise of social media platforms encouraging users to connect and make new friends.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>10th Anniversary</div><div class='timeline-text'>The 10th anniversary of National New Friends Day was met with great enthusiasm, with people organizing events to meet and make new friends.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Digital Gatherings</div><div class='timeline-text'>In light of pandemic safety measures, people celebrated the day by hosting virtual events and gatherings, making new online connections.</div></div></div>

How to Celebrate National New Friends Day

<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a local event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check out your local community calendar for upcoming events. From farmers markets to art fairs or movie screenings, you can explore a new activity while meeting new people.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Join a club</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If there's something you're passionate about, look into joining a club or organization related to that hobby. Whether it's photography, hiking, cooking, or chess, finding other like minded people who share your interests is a great way to meet new friends.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a class</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Look for classes in your area that interest you. Not only will you learn something new and have fun, but you'll also get to meet people with the same interests as you.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find an organization that needs help and volunteer your time. Volunteering is incredibly rewarding and you'll be able to meet lots of other volunteers who care about the same cause.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Start conversations</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>When you're out and about, don't be afraid to start conversations with strangers. Smile and say hello — you never know who you'll meet!</p></div></div>

Why We Love National New Friends Day

<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Making new friends brings happiness</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Meeting new people can be a great way to expand your world view and experience something new. Having different experiences with various kinds of people makes life more enjoyable and meaningful, and it can bring a positive outlook on life.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Friends bring support & comfort</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Having friends means having someone there for you in difficult times. Whether they are offering advice, listening to your worries, or just being present as emotional support, true friends will always be there for each other regardless of the situation.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Friends create lasting memories</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>We all have stories that make us laugh or smile when we think back to them. Our friends are the ones who help us create these memories - whether it's an inside joke or a shared adventure - these are the moments that we remember forever.</p></div></div>

5 Fascinating Facts on National New Friends Day

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When is National New Friends Day?

National New Friends Day is celebrated on October 19 every year. In 2024, National New Friends Day will occur on a Saturday.

National New Friends Day Dates

Year
Date
Day

2023

Oct 19

Thursday

2024

Oct 19

Saturday

2025

Oct 19

Sunday

2026

Oct 19

Monday

2027

Oct 19

Tuesday

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