June Character All Month
Use these quirky, “hashtag holidays” to sprinkle character challenges throughout the month.
Holidays with Variable Dates
1st Friday
Donut forget to show Generosity by offering the first treat to someone else.
20, 21, or 22
Let the sunshine inspire Flexibility as you try something new under the longest day of the year.
Friday after Father’s Day
National Take Your Dog To Work Day
Show Compassion by treating every creature with gentle, tail‑wagging care.
Saturday after Solstice
Serve up Generosity by sharing food, fun, or time with others. See our activity.
Last Wednesday
Spark Positivity by sharing a joy that’s too bright to keep to yourself.
Holidays with Always-On Dates
June 1
National Say Something Nice Day
Show Kindness by giving someone a compliment that brightens their day.
June 3
Are you a ‘good egg’? Crack open Creativity by hatching a brand‑new idea to share with someone.
June 4
Paw‑sitively practice Compassion by giving gentle care to a furry friend or stuffy.
June 5
Demonstrate Responsibility by choosing one small action to help protect the planet.
June 6
Honor the extraordinary bravery and sacrifice of Allied forces who stormed the beaches of France, fighting for freedom and peace by showing your own Courage by doing the right thing today, even if it feels a little hard.
June 7
Practice Empathy by noticing how someone feels and offering support.
National Chocolate Ice Cream Day
Scoop up some Gratefulness by savoring the sweet moments others bring to your life.
June 8
Demonstrate Loyalty by standing by a friend who needs you.
Show Positivity by starting your morning with a cheerful attitude. The words are singsongy and you can't help but smile when you say them. Have an Upsy Daisy Day!
June 9
Waddle into your tasks with Enthusiasm and make your day quack‑tastic.
June 11
National Making Life Beautiful Day
Show Initiative by doing something that makes someone’s day brighter without being asked.
June 14
Wave your Respect proudly by honoring the people who help shape your community.
March into Dependability by doing your part in a team, no matter how tough it gets.
June 15
Say “Cheese” and use those pearly whites to share Enthusiasm that lifts someone’s spirits.
June 17
National Eat Your Vegetables Day
Lettuce practice Self‑Control by choosing foods that help your body grow strong.
June 18
International Day for Countering Hate Speech
Use your words to build bridges, showing Respect in every conversation.
June 19
Show Wisdom by learning something new about freedom and fairness. See our activity.
June 22
Billie Kinder was kind, cheerful, and well-known for her caring, loving, and compassionate nature. When she passed away at a young age, her mother created #BKinderDay in her honor and to empower children to make a difference in the world. Demonstrate Kindness by doing a quiet, good deed that no one expects.
June 25
International Day of the Seafarer
Show Courage by sailing into something new, even if the waters feel unfamiliar.
June 27
Honor her legacy with Determination by working hard at something that challenges you.
June 29
Did you know that hugging is an action largely limited to primates? Celebrate by wrapping someone in Compassion with a bear hug or a beary kind gesture.
Dates were found on NationalToday, AndTodayIs, NationalDayCalendar, DaysOfTheYear, or specific holiday sites. For more information on other holidays to celebrate this month, visit these holiday websites. For more information about the holidays listed above, follow their links.
