National days, ongoing national weeks and months, and global observances for July 25, 2026. Plus historical events and birthdays.
July 25, 2026 celebrates National Day Of The Cowboy, plus 5 more. National Day of the Cowboy falls on the fourth Saturday in July to recognize the stoic, hardworking symbol of the American West. We are taking the reins today to provide you with a bit of quick history about the cowboy.
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Get ready to raise a glass and slice into something delicious! On July 25, we celebrate the perfect pairing—National Wine and Cheese Day. It’s a day to savor classic combinations or discover bold new pairings of rich cheeses and fine wines.
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On July 25, National Hot Fudge Sundae Day takes a turn representing National Ice Cream Month in delicious style. Feast on this tasty ice cream dessert that combines hot and cold with a cherry on top. Even more important to note, this dessert has been served since 1906.
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National Merry-Go-Round Day on July 25 recognizes the amusement ride associated with carnival music. Today, we are inviting you to pick your horse or tiger come along for a spin!
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National Thread the Needle Day is observed annually on July 25. Since the phrase "Thread the needle" has multiple meanings, we recognize several ways to celebrate this National Day!
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Each year, thousands of service members transition out of the military and into civilian life. On July 25, National Hire a Veteran Day reminds employers across America to do more than thank veterans for their service--it challenges them to hire them, retain them, and give them a real path to grow.
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The first States Secretary of War for the U.S.
The first Black American lawyer to offer services in New York.
Founder of the Daughters of American Revolution.
Considered one of America's most prolific painters, sculptors, and photographers.
Actress fondly remembered for her role as Sophia Petrillo on The Golden Girls.
Events that occurred on July 25 throughout history
North Carolina becomes a royal colony after King George II purchases territory from 7 proprietors. The purchase shifted control of private land ownership to property of the Crown.
Gold is discovered in the Rogue River in Oregon. The discovery triggered local rushes, the founding of settlement towns, and violent conflicts with indigenous tribes.
Walter Hunt receives the first patent for a paper shirt collar. The design was intended a disposable paper shirt collar designed to mimic expensive linen.
Congress passes legislation authorizing the rank of General of the Army. Lieutenant General Ulysses S. Grant becomes the first to be promoted to this rank.
The Wyoming Territory is established after President Andrew Johnson signed the Wyoming Organic Act. The act established new federal territory out of lands from the Dakota, Idaho, and Utah territories.
Wilhelm Schneider receive a patent for the "Carousel."
The Crossroads Baker device becomes the first underwater nuclear weapon test. The test was had dangerous radioactive water fallout and contaminated the surviving target fleet so severely that decontamination mostly failed.
Bob Dylan performs with an electric guitar at the Newport Folk Festival. The audience responded with mixed views, with some cheering and others booing. It was the first time Dylan performed music outside of his folk genre.
President Richard Nixon declares the Nixon Doctrine, stating the U.S. would honor treaty commitments, provide economic and military aid, and offer a nuclear shield, but expected allies to provide their own ground troop manpower.
The first non-human primate, a baboon, is conceived in a lab dish in San Antonio, Texas.
WikiLeaks publishes classified documents about the War in Afghanistan. Over 91,000 classified U.S. military records were published in one of the largest leaks in U.S. military history.
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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