Celebrations
This “Appreciation Day,” held on the second Tuesday of July, gives fans a reason to dress like bovines and celebrate all things dairy at Chick-fil‑A.
Cow Appreciation Day
In 1800, this physician administered the first cowpox vaccination in U.S. history—kicking off a major turning point in public health.
Who is Dr. Benjamin Waterhouse?
Born July 8, 1838, this German innovator’s name became synonymous with rigid airships.
Ferdinand von Zeppelin
On July 4, 1776, this American document was approved by the Continental Congress.
Declaration of Independence
On July 8, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was first publicly read in this city.
Philadelphia
On July 8, this icy treat gets its high day—with people across the U.S. celebrating its flavors “on a stick.”
National Freezer Pop Day
In 1853, this American naval officer sailed into Edo Bay, beginning centuries of Japan–Western engagement.
Commodore Matthew Perry
This American actor and musician, born July 8, 1958, became famous for Footloose and the phrase “six degrees of separation.”
Kevin Bacon
On July 20, 1969, this American astronaut became the first person to walk on the Moon.
Neil Armstrong
On July 8, 1497, this Portuguese explorer departed on the first direct European voyage to India
Vasco da Gama
A duo of sweet and nutty delights gets spotlighted today in honor of a classic candy pairing.
National Chocolate with Almonds Day
In 1889 on this date, this famous U.S. financial newspaper released its first issue.
What is The Wall Street Journal
Also born on July 8, 1952, this author and activist wrote A Return to Love and ran for U.S. president.
Marianne Williamson
This legendary rock star died on July 3, 1971, in Paris, France, at the age of 27.
Jim Morrison
On this date in 1889, the first issue of this iconic U.S. business publication was printed.
The Wall Street Journal
This math-themed holiday—named after a digital-age version of a centuries-old field—falls on July 8
Math 2.0 Day
On July 8, 1099, during the First Crusade, starving Christian soldiers marched in procession around this besieged city.
Jerusalem
Born July 8, 1961, this British singer had a major ‘80s hit with “Never Gonna Give You Up,” which became an internet prank decades later.
Rick Astley
This French post-impressionist artist, born July 7, 1867, is known for his vivid tropical scenes and time spent in Tahiti.
Henri Rousseau
In 1853, Commodore Matthew Perry arrived in this bay, opening U.S. relations with Japan.
Edo Bay
Adults are encouraged to revisit their childhood with this fun holiday that invites you to “go play like you did as a kid.”
Be a Kid Again Day
Also first publicly read today in 1776, this document solemnly proclaimed America’s separation from Britain.
Declaration of Independence
(born July 8, 1968): Famous for his roles as Special Agent Tony DiNozzo on NCIS and as lead in Dark Angel and Bull
Michael Weatherly
The first successful vaccine for this deadly disease was administered on July 6, 1885, by Louis Pasteur.
Hint: You need it if you were bit by a wild animal
Rabies
In 2018, international divers began rescuing a youth soccer team trapped in a cave in this country.
Thailand