Most people might not know, but today marks many special days. Here we will tell you about all the special and national days celebrated on June 27. Read on to learn about the funny, weird, and national days on June 27.
National Ice Cream Cake Day
Today is National Ice Cream Cake Day! Celebrated on June 27th, this delightful day combines the joy of National Ice Cream Day and National Cake Day. Jenna Jurado started it to honour her mother, Johanna Jurado, who passed away two months before her 32nd wedding anniversary. Johanna loved celebrating special days, believing ice cream cake made any occasion better. Jenna, along with Cupcakes for a Cause, proposed this day, and the National Day Calendar Committee officially declared it in 2018. Celebrate today by indulging in the delicious fusion of ice cream and cake!
National Bingo Day
Today is National Bingo Day! Bingo is a fun way to bond with friends and maybe even win a prize. This game, enjoyed by all ages, can be played in person or online. Originating in 16th-century Italy, the game has evolved over the years. National Bingo Day started in the U.S. and was officially recognized in the U.K. in 2021. So, try your luck today and shout “Bingo!”
National Orange Blossom Day
National Orange Blossom Day, celebrated June 27th, honours the fragrant Citrus sinensis flower. Symbolizing purity and good fortune, it’s Florida’s state flower, prized in perfumery and cuisine for its delicate essence. Appreciate its beauty in gardens and enjoy its natural fragrance.
Industrial Workers of the World Day
Industrial Workers of the World (IWW) Day commemorates the founding of the labour organization in Chicago on June 27, 1905. Founded by representatives from 43 groups, including prominent figures like William D. Haywood, the IWW aimed to unite all workers, including unskilled laborers, in opposition to capitalist systems and exclusionary union practices.
International Pineapple Day
International Pineapple Day, celebrated on June 27th, honours the sweet, tropical fruit. Believed to have originated in the Caribbean, where pineapples symbolize warmth and friendship, the day invites global celebration. People indulge in this juicy treat, appreciating its hospitality and tropical charm, making it a delightful symbol in hearts and homes.
National Sunglasses Day
National Sunglasses Day, celebrated on June 27th, promotes eye health and the stylish appeal of shades. Sunglasses date back to 14th century China and became popular in the 1920s. Organized by The Vision Council, this day highlights the importance of protecting eyes from harmful UV rays, especially during summer.
Please Take My Children to Work Day
Please Take My Children to Work Day acknowledges the often-overlooked role of mothers, who juggle childcare, household chores, and emotional support without always receiving due credit. This day offers moms a well-deserved break while children gain insights into the working world and build relationships with their other parent.
National Handshake Day
National Handshake Day, celebrated annually, honours the handshake—a gesture symbolizing peace, trust, and mutual respect across cultures. Originating possibly as a gesture of peace or oath-taking, it remains a universal custom for greeting and forging bonds. Founded in 2005 by Miryam Roddy, it promotes the handshake’s role in making positive impressions and fostering professional relationships.
Helen Keller Day
Helen Keller, once a healthy child in the late 1800s, faced deafness, blindness, and speechlessness after an illness. With support from Annie Sullivan, she learned to communicate, earned a college degree, and authored numerous books. Helen Keller Day, recognized annually on June 27th since 1980, celebrates her legacy and advocates for the blind and deaf.
World Arak Day
World Arak Day celebrates the ancient Middle Eastern distilled beverage, arak, renowned for its distinct anise seed flavour. Originating in the 12th century, it’s cherished in Lebanon, Israel, Egypt, Syria, Palestine, and Jordan. Founded in 2023 by the Terra Sancta Trading Company, this day promotes arak’s cultural significance and pure, additive-free taste.
National Bomb Pop Day
National Bomb Pop Day, celebrated on the last Thursday of June, honours the iconic Bomb Pop ice lolly. Introduced in 1955 in Kansas City, Missouri, by James S. Merritt and D.S. Abernethy, it features vibrant colours and refreshing flavours, epitomizing summer enjoyment. This day commemorates its nostalgic appeal and enduring popularity as a frosty treat.