National days, ongoing national weeks and months, and global observances for July 22, 2026. Plus historical events and birthdays.
July 22, 2026 celebrates National Mango Day, plus 3 more. On July 22 we celebrate National Mango Day as the tropical fruit that provides delicious flavor and nutrition in one sweet bite! Join us as we share why sweet, fragrant, and juicy mangoes add an abundance of flavor to beverages and meals.
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National Penuche Fudge Day on July 22 celebrates a rich, creamy confection that stands out in the dessert world. If you love a deep, caramelized, maple-like flavor, this brown sugar fudge is the ultimate treat.
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Each year on July 22nd, National Fragile X Awareness Day shines a light on those impacted by Fragile X syndrome. The day also raises awareness to support research and education around Fragile X.
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July 22 is National Hammock Day and we are encouraging everyone to relax in the shade by creating a tranquil napping space. Whether you set your hammock up under a tree or on your balcony, find a spot and enjoy the feeling of swaying lightly in the peace and quiet.
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One of the first psychologists to specialize in juvenile psychology.
Surgeon who co-invented the first commercially successful artificial skin (marketed as Integra). The artificial skin was a combination of cowhide collagen and shark cartilage to act as a scaffold, prompting the body to regrow healthy, nearly scar-free skin.
Game show host and producer best know of hosting Jeopardy! from 1984 until his death in 2020.
Actor who rose to fame for his role as Roger Murtaugh in the Lethal Weapon films.
Musician and founding member of the rock band the Eagles.
Events that occurred on July 22 throughout history
A second group of English settlers arrives on Roanoke Island off North Carolina. Made up of 117 settlers, the the group included women and children intended to establish the "Cittie of Raleigh,". However, it was discovered the settlement vanished by 1590 with no clue as to where they went.
Cleveland, OH, is founded by General Moses Cleaveland. The originally spelling for the city was "Cleaveland" but the first "a" was dropped in 1831 by a local newspaper editor to fit the heading in the column.
Katharine Lee Bates writes the patriotic song America the Beautiful" after admiring the view from the top of Pikes Peak in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Aviator Wiley Post returns to Floyd Bennett Field in New York City, completing the first solo flight around the world. The 15,596-mile journey took only seven days, 18 hours and 49 minutes.
The U.S. Senate votes down President Franklin D. Roosevelt's proposal to add more justices to the Supreme Court of the United States. The legislation gave authority to the President to appoint up to six additional justices to the Court.
The U.S. Senate votes down President Franklin D. Roosevelt's proposal to add more justices to the Supreme Court of the United States. The legislation gave authority to the President to appoint up to six additional justices to the Court.
The U.S. government begins gasoline rationing due to the wartime demands. A windshield sticker system was put into place based on necessity of the person.
"A" Stickers - Allowed the general public about 2 to 4 gallons per week.
"B" Stickers - Allowed 8 to 10 gallons per week for workers commuting long distances with carpools.
"C" Stickers - Allowed higher or sometimes unlimited gasoline for critical occupations like doctors and mail carriers
Longer-running observances that include this date.
National Ice Cream Month
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Disability Pride Month
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National Fragile X Awareness Month
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National Anti-boredom Month
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National Hot Dog Month
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National Blueberry Month
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National Picnic Month
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World Watercolor Month
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National Grilling Month
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National Culinary Arts Month
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National Cell Phone Courtesy Month
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Independent Retailer Month
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