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National Words with Friends Day

Get ready to put your word skills to the test on National Words with Friends Day - challenge your friends and show off your vocabulary!

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July 2026

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

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YEARLY DATEJuly 19

OBSERVED INInternationally

CATEGORYPop Culture

SUBCATEGORYGaming

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to challenge your friends to a game of Words with Friends on July 19, because it's National Words with Friends Day! This popular mobile game has been connecting people through words since its release in 2009. It's a digital version of the traditional board game Scrabble and has become a favorite among players of all ages. On this day, take some time to test your vocabulary skills and have some friendly competition with your loved ones. You never know, you might even discover some new words along the way!

TIMELINE

National Words with Friends Day Timeline

Game Released

Zynga published Words with Friends as a mobile game, allowing players to compete with their friends in a virtual form of Scrabble.

Game Wins Awards

At the 2011 Games.com Developers Conference, Words with Friends was recognized as the Best Social Network Game.

TV Feature

The game was mentioned in an episode of the popular sitcom The Big Bang Theory, increasing its popularity and user base.

New Version Launched

Zynga launched Words with Friends 2, an updated version of the original game with enhanced features and challenges.

Inclusion in Google Play Pass

The game became a part of Google's Play Pass, a subscription service offering hundreds of ad-free games, giving it broader exposure.

National Words with Friends Day

Zynga commemorates July 19 as National Words with Friends Day, encouraging people around the world to celebrate their love for this wordplay game.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Words with Friends Day

Host a virtual game night

Gather your friends and family for a virtual game night on Words with Friends. It’s a great way to celebrate the holiday and catch up with loved ones.

CREATE

Create a themed game board

Get creative and design a game board with a specific theme, such as famous movie quotes or celebrity names. It will add an extra element of fun to your Words with Friends game.

CHALLENGE

Challenge yourself to new words

Use National Words with Friends Day as an opportunity to expand your vocabulary and try using new and challenging words in your games. You might surprise yourself with how many points you can rack up!

PLAY

Play in a tournament

Join a Words with Friends tournament and compete against other players for the top spot. It’s a great way to celebrate the holiday and test your skills against others.

TRY

Try a new game mode

Words with Friends offers various game modes, such as Lightning Round and Solo Challenge. Use National Words with Friends Day as a chance to try out a new game mode and switch things up.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Words with Friends Day

It's constantly evolving and improving

Words with Friends is always coming up with new updates and features to keep the game fresh and exciting. From new challenges to special events, there's always something new to look forward to on National Words with Friends Day!

It's a fun and challenging game

Words with Friends is a popular word game that requires players to use their vocabulary and strategic thinking skills to form words on a virtual board. It's a great way to exercise your brain and have some friendly competition with friends and family!

It's a great way to stay connected

In today's digital age, it can be hard to stay in touch with loved ones who live far away. Words with Friends provides a fun and interactive way to keep in touch and have some virtual quality time together!

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