June 23

National Pink Day

Celebrate National Pink Day with joy and creativity! Get inspired by the many shades of pink - from soft pastels to vibrant fuchsias!

Yearly Date
June 23
Type
Day
Category
Fun

Introduction

Join us in celebrating National Pink Day on June 23! What started out as a small celebration of the color pink by an elementary school teacher has grown into an international observance that celebrates the vibrancy and joy of pink. This fun holiday is all about recognizing how powerful, positive, and beautiful this hue can be. So don your favorite shade of pink and get ready to celebrate!

National Pink Day Timeline

19th Century
Pink in Fashion
In the 1800s, pink becomes a popular color in fashion, representing youth and femininity.
1947
Pink's Popularity Soars
The color pink becomes extremely fashionable after Christian Dior's "New Look" is introduced with softer, more feminine lines in clothing and pinks becoming prevalent in color palettes.
1973
The Pink Triangle Symbol
The pink triangle is reclaimed by the LGBTQ+ community as a symbol of pride, having originally been used in Nazi concentration camps to identify homosexual prisoners.
1991
Pink Ribbon for Breast Cancer
The pink ribbon is adopted as a symbol of breast cancer awareness, further instilling pink as a color representing strength and resilience.
2017
Millennial Pink Trend
The term "Millennial Pink" emerges, referring to a muted shade of the color that has gained popularity and is associated with gender neutrality.
Present Day
National Pink Day Celebrated
National Pink Day is now celebrated annually on June 23 to embrace the positivity and diversity of pink.

How to Celebrate National Pink Day

1

Wear pink

From head to toe, dress yourself in pink to celebrate National Pink Day. Put on your favorite pink shirt and add some other pink clothing items such as a skirt, pants, socks, or accessories.

2

Eat pink

There are plenty of foods that have a pinkish hue. Make it a point to eat only pink foods for a day. Try watermelon, strawberries, grapefruit, cherries, raspberries, and salmon.

3

Decorate with pink

It's time to bring out all the decorations with a rosy hue. Hang up some balloons or streamers in your favorite shade of pink. Add some beautiful flowers in the mix and you'll be set.

4

Do something nice for someone

National Pink Day is about showing kindness and compassion for others. Do something special for a friend like baking cookies or sending an encouraging note.

5

Have a picnic

Gather your friends and family together for a picnic in the park! Pack some delicious treats like sandwiches and cupcakes that are colored pink to make it extra festive.

Why We Love National Pink Day

A

Pink is a happy color

Who doesn't love pink? It's a bright, cheerful color that instantly puts smiles on people's faces and adds a fun flair to any ensemble. Plus, it looks great on everyone regardless of age, gender or skin tone!

B

Pink is associated with femininity

Pink has long been seen as a feminine color and is often used to represent female empowerment and activism around the world. So wearing pink not only looks cute, but it also makes a powerful statement about embracing your femininity!

C

Pink stands for compassion

In addition to being a notoriously girly hue, pink is also associated with compassion and kindness. What better way to show some love than by adding some pink into your wardrobe? Not only is pink stylish but it also sends out goodwill vibes wherever you go!

National Pink Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Jun 22
Thursday
2024
Jun 22
Saturday
2025
Jun 22
Sunday
2026
Jun 22
Monday
2027
Jun 22
Tuesday