June, the month named after the Roman goddess Juno, boasts plenty of internationally recognized days that celebrate cultural values, fight for health awareness, promote environmental consciousness, and encourage social responsibility.

June holds numerous important dates that range from celebrations of global unity to voices raised against environmental degradation, human rights and inclusion. Here is an elaborate list with a short description of national as well as international days falling in June 2025.

June 1

World Milk Day – Established by the FAO, this day highlights the importance of milk in global nutrition and supports the dairy sector’s role in sustainable food production.

Global Day of Parents – a designation by the UN to pay tribute to the parents’ dedication and lifelong commitment in nurturing and safeguarding their children.

June 2

Italy Republic Day– It marks the referendum of 1946 which made Italy a republic.

International Sex Workers’ Day – A day that celebrates the rights of sex workers and commemorates the 1975 protest in Lyon, France.

Telangana Formation Day – Commemorates the state formation of Telangana as the 29th province of India in 2014, pertaining to its cultural identity and struggle for statehood.

June 3

World Bicycle Day – Encourages cycling as a means of fitness, sustainability, and eco-friendly mobility.

June 4

The International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression– It emphasises that innocent children around the world are suffering from physical, mental, and emotional abuse in conflict zones.

June 5

World Environment Day – UN-led day dedicated to inspiring worldwide awareness and action for the protection of the environment.

June 6

National Donut Day– A US holiday that pays homage to women who baked donuts for soldiers during WWI, representing a delicious tradition that has a patriotic history.

Eid al-Adha – One of the holiest festivals in Islam, observing the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son as per God’s command.

June 7

World Food Safety Day – Reinforces the importance of food safety in public health and in sustainable agriculture.

June 8

World Brain Tumour Day – Designed to raise awareness and encourage research into brain tumors.

World Oceans Day – Promotes the preservation of the ocean and fights against plastic pollution.

National Bestfriend Day – A day dedicated to honoring and cherishing best friends.

June 12

World Day Against Child Labour – Emphasizes the worldwide fight towards abolishing child labor and the enforcement of laws protecting children’s rights to education and safety.

National Red Rose Day – Honors the red rose, a symbol of love, beauty, and romance, and promotes appreciation for floriculture.

June 14

World Blood Donor Day – Celebrates voluntary blood donation and commemorates the donors.

Flag Day (United States) – Commemorates the history and significance of the American flag.

June 15

World Wind Day – Celebrates the use of wind energy as a clean and sustainable power source.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day – complements the problem of elder abuse and the necessity for attention.

Father’s Day (Third Sunday) – Celebrates fathers and their roles in the family as well as in society.

June 17

World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought – Promotes awareness in the context of sustainable land management and effects of drought.

June 19

World Sickle Cell Awareness Day – Helps to educate people about sickle cell disease and its problems.

Juneteenth (USA) – Commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans.

World Sauntering Day – Encourages everyone to slow down and savour life.

June 20

World Refugee Day – Shines a light on the troubles of refugees and encourages people to include and support them.

June 21

World Music Day – Brings people of every culture together in peace and unity.

World Hydrography Day – Highlights how hydrography supports safety and care for the environment in the marine sector.

International Yoga Day –Yoga has been recognised for its many health advantages and global events are held to spread its timeless wisdom.

Summer Solstice – Summer starts on the day when the sunlight lasts the longest.

June 22

World Rainforest Day – Stresses the need to preserve rainforests that are essential for nature, a stable climate and living communities.

June 23

International Olympic Day – Held to celebrate the modern Olympics and encourages everyone to join in sports activities.

United Nations Public Service Day – This day praises what public service workers do and underlines the necessity of having efficient and inclusive public administration.

International Widows Day – Focuses on educating people about the difficult situations widows deal with, including discrimination, economic poverty and violence.

June 26

International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking – Works to minimise and stop drug abuse and related crimes.

International Day in Support of Victims of Torture – Is a day that highlights victims of torture and strengthens the worldwide commitment to end torture according to international law.

June 27

Helen Keller Day – Acknowledges the great work of Helen Keller and encourages efforts to help people with disabilities and make education inclusive.

June 29

National Statistics Day (India)– It is to celebrate P.C. Mahalanobis’ birth and to educate about statistics’ role in planning development.

International Day of the Tropics – Emphasises the issues and prospects in tropical parts of the world, promoting sustainability and biodiversity.

June 30

World Asteroid Day– Held on June 30 every year, World Asteroid Day encourages people to know more about the threats from asteroids and the science involved in space.

In June 2025, many special events inspire us to think, get involved and recognise the differences, problems and achievements all over the world. Today such days acknowledge history and also emphasise joining forces globally and caring for each other.