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Caribbean-American AIDS Awareness Day seeks to raise awareness about the dangers of AIDS in the Caribbean-American communities and United States territories in the Caribbean. A multitude of events are organized on this day. Check local health listings for an HIV testing location near you.

Africa

Jun

Cocktail (Name your Poison) Day: June 8

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Cocktail Day or Name Your Poison Day commemorates the phrase "name your poison" that bartenders may use when asking what a patron would like as their drink. The phrase originated in the mid-19th century. The most likely association is with the word "intoxicated," which comes from the Latin word for poison, "toxicum." Another name for this day is "Make a Choice Day." Though associated with alcohol, this phrase can also refer to one's preferences for any number of items (coffee, drugs, people, etc.) when a choice is required.

Africa

Jun

Gin Day, World: June 8

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World Gin Day began with Neil Houston in 2009 as an excuse to bring his friends together and drink gin! Emma Stokes picked up the event in 2013 and turned it into a worldwide event with activities in over 30 countries. In 2018, a unique blend of gin using ingredients from all seven continents went on sale. World Gin Day Seven Continents Gin https://www.masterofmalt.com/gin/that-boutiquey-gin-company/world-gin-day-gin-7-continents-gin-that-boutiquey-gin-company

Africa

Jun

Oceans Day, World: June 8

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World Oceans Day is a United Nations-recognized event that aims to protect the ocean. It seeks to remind people that: 1) Everyone is responsible for the ocean; 2) The ocean plays a vital role in everyday life; 3) All should be accountable for the sustainable management of the ocean.

Africa

Jun

UEFA Champions League Final (UK): June 1

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The Union of European Football Association (UEFA) Champions League Finals is an annual football competition that brings together the best club teams from across Europe to compete for the title of European Champions.

The competition was first held in 1955 and has since become one of the most prestigious club competitions in world football. The Champions League Finals are played in a single-match format, with the winner crowned the champions of Europe. The final generally occurs in May or June in a different location each year.

The site of the final is usually a large stadium in a major European city, and the event attracts a global audience of millions of football fans. The road to the Champions League Finals is a long and challenging one. Teams must first compete in the qualifying rounds to earn a place in the group stage, playing a series of matches against other top teams from across Europe. The top two teams from each group then progress to the knockout stages, competing in two-legged ties to determine who will advance to the next round.

The quarter-finals, semi-finals, and the final are played as one-off matches, with the winners of each tie progressing to the next stage. The final is the culmination of months of hard work and dedication, and the atmosphere in the stadium on the night of the championship game is electric. Some of the most successful teams in the history of the Champions League Finals include Real Madrid, AC Milan, Liverpool, Barcelona, and Bayern Munich. These teams have won multiple Champions League titles over the years and are among the most successful and storied clubs in European football history.

PLEASE NOTE: Treat all televised and venue-specific events (sporting, concerts, trade shows, etc.) as estimated. Several factors can cause an event to move dates at the last minute, including weather, strikes, natural disasters, political upheaval, conflicting programming, pandemics, and current events. Because of this, always verify the event with the promotor before committing resources. LEEP often estimates dates based on the previous year's schedules, as the final dates are only a few months, weeks, or days before the event. If the date is known to be estimated, you will see an (est) following the date in the title.

Africa

Jun

Upsy Daisy Day: June 8

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Stephanie West Allen created Upsy Daisy Day in 2003 to uplift and encourage a positive attitude all day. The duo “upsy daisy” originally meant helping people and originated in England around 1861.

Africa

Jun

Yarn Bombing Day, Intl.: June 8

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Yarn bombing, also known as guerrilla knitting, knit graffiti, and urban knitting, is a form of street art that uses colorful knitted or crocheted yarn or fiber rather than paint or chalk. Yarn bombing began in the early 2000s. One of the earliest known acts was by Magda Sayeg, a boutique owner from Houston, Texas. In 2005, she decided to cover the door handle of her shop with a custom-made cozy, which garnered attention and sparked interest among locals. As she continued to create more installations, Magda found that her work brought warmth and a sense of playfulness to urban landscapes. This inspiration led her to form the Knitta Please Group, a collective of artists committed to bringing unexpected warmth to urban spaces. As the idea took off, yarn bombing became a global phenomenon. Artists worldwide began to adorn public spaces with colorful, knitted creations, from lampposts and mailboxes to statues and even buses. This form of street art quickly grew in popularity due to its non-permanent, non-destructive nature and its ability to transform cold, impersonal urban environments into inviting and cheerful spaces. International Yarn Bombing Day emerged in 2011 to encourage people worldwide to participate in this unique form of street art. Groups and individuals come together to create installations that range from small and subtle to grand and intricate. While yarn bombing is generally non-destructive, it's worth noting that it hasn't been without controversy. Some critics argue that it can be wasteful, as the yarn used can become damaged or dirty when exposed to the elements, rendering it unusable for other purposes. Others have raised concerns about potential damage to trees and plants. Whether seen as a political statement, a form of community building, or simply a way to beautify the surroundings, yarn bombing continues to captivate the public imagination with its blend of traditional craft and contemporary expression.

Africa

Jun

Family Fitness Day, Ntl.: June 8

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Family Health & Fitness Day is celebrated on the second Saturday in June and promotes the importance of parks and recreation in keeping communities healthy. Agencies everywhere are encouraged to participate by inviting families to get active at their local park or recreation center or hosting an event, such as a health fair or family fun run. Healthcare community members are encouraged to participate, as well, even as sponsors.

Africa

May

EU Green Week: May 29 - September 1

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Refuse, reduce, reuse, repurpose, and recycle are the five Rs of a Green office. #EUGreenWeek Businesses and individuals throughout Europe use EU Green Week to become more eco-friendly and find ways to streamline their offices and homes in a more environmentally friendly way.

In 2024, the event expanded significantly, with African and European countries scheduling over 86 events during the summer dedicated to water and eco-conservation. It begins with a 2-day conference in Brussels. Then, each country chooses its week during the period to focus on all things green. Events include online symposiums, film festivals, focused actions, education and awareness campaigns. The complete list of this year's events and the countries in which they occur is here: https://green-week.event.europa.eu/partner-events_en

Green Week first ran in 2009 in the United Kingdom and, with support from the USDA, crossed the pond to the United States in 2019.

Africa

Jun

Fishing & Boating Week, Ntl.: June 1-9

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During National Fishing and Boating Week, most states offer free fishing days where anglers can fish on public waters without a fishing license. Now there is no excuse not to go fishing or boating anymore! The best way to celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week is to get out on the water!

Africa

Jun

Carers Week, Ntl. (UK): June 10-16

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Thousands of people in the United Kingdom are carers. A carer is an unpaid adult caretaker of seniors or those who are ill, impaired, or challenged. National Carers’ Week brings attention to the service provided by unpaid adult carers and seeks to reach them with information on the support services and tools available to them.

Africa

May

Garden Wildlife Week (UK): May 27 - June 2

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Garden Wildlife Week falls on the last week and encourages people to have more animal-friendly gardens. During this week, people are encouraged to plant more nectar-rich plants, create a bee home or participate in Polli:Nation, a science program promoting these pollinators. People are also discouraged from using insecticides.

Africa

Jun

Orlando Gay Days (US-FL): June 5-9 (est)

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Over 150,000 rainbow-embracing people of every sexual and gender classification flood into Orlando, Florida, its hotels, and its theme parks for the annual Gay Days—a spring break-like extravaganza for the LGB/TQ+ communities since 1991. The festivities include various activities, such as pool parties, concerts, comedy shows, art exhibitions, sporting events, and dance parties. It's a celebration of diversity, inclusion, and pride aimed at promoting visibility and acceptance of the LGB/TQ+ community. One of the most recognized aspects of Orlando Gay Days is "Gay Day in the Magic Kingdom," where attendees visit Disney World's Magic Kingdom Park wearing red shirts to show their support for the LGB/TQ+ community.

Africa

Jun

CMA Music Festival (US-TN): June 6-9 (est)

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Each June, the CMA Music Festival showcases country music artists like Luke Bryan, Jake Owen, The Band Perry, Eric Church, Dwight Yoakum, Alan Jackson, Martina McBride, Reba McIntyre, Brad Paisley, Keith Urban, Taylor Swift, Jason Aldean, Carrie Underwood, Sugarland, Lady Antebellum, Little Big Town, Tim McGraw, and Trace Adkins. The CMA Music Festival Four Days of Live Music (Thursday-Sunday) Four nights of all-star shows at LP Field, with daytime concerts occurring at Riverfront Park, Bridgestone Arena Plaza, The Buckle Stage, and more.

Africa

May

Cheese Festival, Great Wisconsin (US-WI): May 31 - June 2

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Held annually in Little Chute, Wisconsin, the Great Wisconsin Cheese Festival attracts over 15,000 cheese lovers each year.

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