The days are long, the weather is warm, and everyone is buzzing with excitement as school wraps up and summer plans are finalized!

From Father’s Day celebrations to Juneteenth cookouts to Pride Month parties, June is stuffed full of opportunities to create captivating content for both brands and influencers. Here’s a list of notable holidays and trending topics to help you plan your editorial calendar for the upcoming month. 

Notable Dates

• Pride Month – June 1st marks the start of Pride Month, a month-long celebration honoring the LGBTQ+ community. Pride events often include parades, glitter, parties, and of course, food! Celebrate with rainbow-colored recipes made with love.
  
  
• Juneteenth (June 19th) – Juneteenth, our newest national holiday, is a perfect opportunity for Black-owned brands to partner with well-aligned influencers creating content that celebrates Black culture and the traditions of Black cuisine.
  
  
• Father’s Day (June 19th) – Sharing the same calendar date as Juneteenth, Father’s Day is another celebration that lends itself to partnerships that focus on great food and good times. Whether you’re planning a backyard bbq or breakfast in bed, Dad deserves the best, so brands should position their products as something to make the celebration special. 

   

• First Day of Summer (June 21st) – Spring heat waves might make it feel like it’s been summer for a while, the official first day of the new season is June 21st! Use this day as an opportunity to create content centered around traditional summer activities, such as family vacations, pool parties, or beach trips.
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