NATIONAL COUSINS DAY
National Cousins Day on July 24 recognizes the lifelong relationships that grow among cousins. Our first friendships often form with cousins as young as infants and endure a lifetime. The day celebrates every age of cousins - new baby cousins and cousins whose babies are all grown up! #NationalCousinsDay
NATIONAL THERMAL ENGINEER DAY
Thermally speaking, July 24 is an excellent day to acknowledge National Thermal Engineer Day. Since it is one of the hottest days of the year, celebrate the contributions of thermal engineers. #ThermalEngineerDay
NATIONAL REFRESHMENT DAY
National Refreshment Day on the fourth Thursday in July celebrates fun at the hottest time of the year. This beverage holiday toasts those moments of ice, cold refreshment, especially a nice cold beer. Enjoy the simple pleasures and create memories to love and cherish. #NationalRefreshmentDay
NATIONAL INTERN DAY
National Intern Day on the last Thursday in July recognizes all the college graduates testing the professional waters across the country. Today, we encourage companies to recognize hard-working interns everywhere. #NationalInternDay
NATIONAL TEQUILA DAY
On July 24th, commemorate National Tequila Day with a little lime and salt. Mix up a Margarita, Paloma, or a Mamasita to celebrate the day! People have been making Tequila for centuries, and it was once known as mezcal wine. #NationalTequilaDay
NATIONAL AMELIA EARHART DAY
Each year on July 24, National Amelia Earhart Day honors the achievements of the aviation pioneer on the date of her birth. #AmeliaEarhartDay
NATIONAL DRIVE-THRU DAY
National Drive-Thru Day on July 24 recognizes an innovation conveniently going strong today. The drive-thru reached its iconic zenith in the 1950s but stayed strong through the 60s, 70s and beyond. People have enjoyed this service since the 1930s. #NationalDriveThruDay
Coming on July 25, 2025
National Days
NATIONAL WINE AND CHEESE DAY
NATIONAL HIRE A VETERAN DAY
NATIONAL GET GNARLY DAY
NATIONAL HOT FUDGE SUNDAE DAY
SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR APPRECIATION DAY
NATIONAL TALK IN AN ELEVATOR DAY
NATIONAL THREAD THE NEEDLE DAY
NATIONAL MERRY-GO-ROUND DAY
Notable Birthdays for July 24
Ira Aldridge (1807-1867) - The first documented Black Shakespearean stage actor who was extremely famous during 19th Century.
Agnes Meyer Driscoll (1889-1971) - Cryptanalyst known as the "First Lady of Naval Cryptology" who was known for decoding enemy messages during WWI and WWII.
Alice Ball (1892-1916) - Black chemist who was the first to developed treatment for leprosy.
Amelia Earhart (1897-1939) - Aviator and first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic.
John William Finn (1909-2010) - Earned the the Medal of Honor for his actions during the attack on Pearl Harbor.
Michael Richards (1949-Still Living) - Actor most recognized as Cosmo Kramer on the sitcom Seinfeld.
Lynda Carter (1951-Still Living) - Actress who will always be known for her role as Wonder Woman.
Karl "the Mailman" Malone (1963-Still Living) - Considered one of the greatest power forwards in NBA history.
Andy Irons (1978-2010) - World Champion Surfer.
Memorable Events for July 24
1847 - Brigham Young and about 148 Mormon pioneers enter into what is to be established as Salt Lake City.
1847 - Richard March Hoe patents the rotary-type printing press.
1880 - The first commercial hydroelectric power plant in the world begins generating electricity in Grand Rapids, MI.
1935 - Temperatures reach 109 °F in Chicago during what became known as the Dust Bowl across the U.S.
