Social Media Holidays Calendar 2022
Social media holidays can be a great way to discover new audiences and engage with relevant social users, but identifying the holidays relevant to your brand can be a challenge. That’s why we’ve built our new social media calendar, complete with details on the most popular hashtag holidays.
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June
National Donut Day: When is it and how to celebrate
June 3
What is round, fried, makes your mouth water and has its own national holiday? Donuts! The glazed, cream-filled, varied beauties are celebrated each year. While the taste alone is enough…
July
World UFO Day: What is World UFO Day and how did it start?
July 2
The truth is out there! Sixty-five percent of Americans believe that intelligent life exists outside of Earth. 51% of Americans say that UFOs are probably or definitely proof of intelligent…
World Chocolate Day: When is it and how to celebrate
July 7
Did you know that chocolate is the most popular sweet in the world? Humans grow and consume more than 3 million tons of cacao every year! Chocolate is a food…
National Ice Cream Day: When is it and how to celebrate
July 17
If you have been waiting for National Ice Cream Day, it's just around the corner. Whether your goal is to bring your loved ones together or silently relish the dessert,…
World Emoji Day: What you need to know
July 17
Let’s face it, emojis are cute. And cool. And whether you like it or not, they’ve become an essential part of modern communication. I mean, how else are you going…
National Hot Dog Day: Social media marketing promotional ideas
July 20
Really, who doesn’t love hot dogs? In fact, did you know that, reportedly, they’re served up in over 95% of homes across the United States? Not only that but the…
National Tequila Day: What is it and how to celebrate
July 24
Did you know that tequila dates back to 1000 BC? During that time, indigenous Mexican tribes would grow and ferment agave. Tequila, as we know it today, won't get produced until…
Parents Day: When is it and how to celebrate
July 24
As a parent, you sacrifice a lot to raise your children to be responsible adults. You work hard to provide financial, emotional, and mental stability to your kids. National Parents…
International Friendship Day: When is it and how to celebrate
July 30
It can be challenging to find time for your friends and loved ones in today's fast-paced world. Commitment to daily activities and sedentary lifestyles can make you feel disconnected. If…
National Cheesecake Day: All you need to know
July 30
Who's ready to celebrate the creamiest day of the year? Desserts wouldn't be the same without cheesecakes that range from tangy key lime to chocolate and the humble plain baked…
August
National Planner Day: When it is and how to celebrate
August 1
We've all heard of the common holidays like Christmas and Thanksgiving, but have you heard of National Planner Day? If you are an avid planner or want to start being…
National Sisters Day: What it is and how to celebrate
August 7
Did you know that there was a holiday to celebrate sisters? Well, there is! It's called National Sisters Day. If you have a sister, it's almost time to celebrate! Get…
National Friendship Day: history, meaning and how to celebrate
August 7
According to the American Survey Center, almost 70% of Americans have at least one friend they've had since childhood. When you think about it, that's pretty amazing. That's a friend…
International Cat Day: When is it and how to celebrate
August 8
Did you know that over 25% of homes have a pet cat? While some cats can be aloof, furry felines make for wonderful and affectionate pets. Cats are low-maintenance creatures…
National Lazy Day: What is it and how to celebrate
August 10
In a 1910 article for the Los Angeles Times, a writer suggested laziness promotes invention. Do you think laziness is a positive thing? On August 10, America will celebrate Lazy…
International Youth Day: When it is and how to celebrate
August 12
There are over 2.2 billion children living on the planet today. Children around the world who face social and environmental perils in their future. These children are also doing amazing…
World Elephant Day: What it is and how to celebrate
August 12
In the past century, the world's elephant population has gone from 12 million to about 400,000. Ivory poaching and conflict with humans have put this gentle and intelligent creature at…
Left Handers Day: What it is and how to celebrate
August 13
Did you know that roughly only twelve percent of the world is left handed? That's why International Left Handers Day is celebrated on August 13th. This unique difference in the…
Black Cat Appreciation Day: What is it and how to celebrate
August 17
Did you know that in some cultures, black cats are thought to bring good luck and prosperity? While many myths surround black cats, there are many reasons black cats make…
World Photography Day: What is it and how to celebrate
August 19
Did you know 54,400 photos are taken every second? We're a world of photo lovers. What do we do with all the images we've taken? A large proportion, 95 million…
World Humanitarian Day: What it is and how to celebrate
August 19
Are you looking for ways to participate in World Humanitarian Day but need to brush up on your knowledge first? Every year on the 19th of August, this day is…
National French Fry Day: When is it and how to celebrate
August 26
Did you know that Americans consume more than 4.5 billion pounds of french fries every year? The delicious, salty snack is loved all over the world, and many people consider…
National Dog Day: When is it and how to celebrate
August 26
Did you know that over 63 million households in the United States have dogs? Dogs are wonderful companions full of energy, love, and personality. There's a reason why dogs are…
September
Grandparents Day: What it is, when it is and how to celebrate
September 11
Did you know that nearly 2.3 million grandparents are raising children in the United States? Almost ten percent of grandparents have a grandchild that resides with them, and an even larger percentage…
Constitution Day: When it is and how to celebrate
September 17
Every year on July 4, Americans gather together to celebrate the day the United States declared independence from Great Britain. While the Declaration of Independence is an essential document for…
National Cheeseburger Day: When it is and how to celebrate
September 18
Did you know that Americans consume around 50 billion cheeseburgers each year? Cheeseburgers have been around for over a hundred years and are one of the most popular dishes in the…
National Coffee Day: When is it and how to celebrate
September 22
Feeling guilty about your daily latte habit? Not today. National Coffee Day is the perfect excuse to add an extra shot or dare we say it, whipped cream to your…
National Pancake Day: When it is and how to celebrate
September 26
Did you know that 12% of people eat pancakes more than twice a week? Whether you enjoy a stack of fluffy pancakes dripping with syrup or like to smother them in whipped…
October
National Boyfriend Day: Everything you need to know
October 3
Did you know that in the US, 47% of all adults have been in a committed relationship for over five years? Those are pretty steady numbers. But what do we do…
National Taco Day: When it is and how to celebrate
October 4
Tacos are a favorite of 95% of Americans, and we consume over four billion tacos yearly. It's no wonder, then, that we have a national day to celebrate them! America…
World Mental Health Day: What it is and how to celebrate
October 10
In 1992, the World Federation for Mental Health and the World Health Organization declared October 10th World Mental Health Day, and it continues to be observed each year. The goal…
National Pasta Day: When it is and how to celebrate
October 17
Did you know that the average American eats around 20 pounds of pasta in the course of a year? That's a lot of noodles! The world loves pasta. Made from a combination…
National Cat Day: What it is, when it is and how to celebrate
October 29
Did you know that there are around 60 million pet cats in the United States. Pet owners like to distinguish themselves as dog people or cat people, and both have strong arguments.…
November
World Kindness Day: What it is, when it is and how to celebrate
November 13
There are eleven federal holidays in the United States, but federal holidays make up a tiny portion of all the holidays proposed and unofficially recognized. One of the most recent…
Small Business Saturday: When is it and how to celebrate
November 26
There are over 31 million small businesses in the United States. This means that 31 million small businesses need to be supported by people like you in order to survive!…
Giving Tuesday: What it is and how to celebrate it
November 29
Whether it's buying a coffee for the driver behind you, holding the door open for someone carrying groceries, or giving up a seat on the bus, acts of generosity leave…
December
Festivus: What it is, when it it is and how to celebrate
December 23
Do you have a favorite fictitious holiday you love to celebrate every year? Maybe you celebrate Galentine's Day (Parks and Rec) with your best girlfriends or know that the perfect date is…
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