June 2026 Calendar

June 2026 has 30 days. June is one of four months in the calendar year with 30 days (along with April, September, and November). The saying 'Thirty days hath September, April, June, and November' helps remember this.

June 2026 starts on Monday, June 1st, 2026. This means the month begins at the start of a work week, providing a full first week of the month. Starting on Monday creates a balanced distribution of weekdays and weekends throughout June.

Juneteenth 2026 falls on Friday, June 19th. Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, is a federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. It became a federal holiday in 2021. The date marks June 19, 1865, when Union soldiers brought news of freedom to enslaved people in Galveston, Texas. Since Juneteenth falls on Friday in 2026, many people will enjoy a three-day weekend.

Father's Day 2026 is Sunday, June 21st. This special day honors fathers, fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society. It is celebrated on the third Sunday of June in the United States. Many people give gifts, cards, and spend quality time with their fathers to show appreciation for their love and support.

Summer 2026 officially begins on Saturday, June 20th at the summer solstice. This is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, when the sun reaches its highest point in the sky. After the summer solstice, days gradually become shorter until the winter solstice in December. The summer solstice marks the astronomical start of summer, though meteorological summer begins on June 1st.

June 2026 has 22 weekdays (Monday through Friday) and 8 weekend days (Saturdays and Sundays). With Juneteenth falling on Friday, June 19th, there are effectively 21 working days for federal employees and businesses that observe this federal holiday. This makes June an excellent month for productivity with a good balance of work and rest days.

Flag Day is observed on June 14th each year to commemorate the adoption of the U.S. flag on June 14, 1777, by resolution of the Second Continental Congress. While not a federal holiday, Flag Day celebrates American patriotism and the history of the Stars and Stripes. Many Americans display the flag at homes and businesses, and some communities hold parades and ceremonies. In 2026, Flag Day falls on Sunday, June 14th.

Pride Month is celebrated every June in the United States to honor the LGBTQ+ community and commemorate the Stonewall riots that occurred in June 1969 in New York City. These riots were a pivotal moment in the LGBTQ+ rights movement. Throughout June, cities nationwide host pride parades, festivals, educational events, and celebrations promoting equality, diversity, acceptance, and visibility for LGBTQ+ individuals. Pride Month recognizes the contributions and resilience of the LGBTQ+ community.