Your July Social Media Planner

  • by Elaine Tibbatts
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  • 12 Jun, 2025
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Dates, Themes & Ideas

July is bursting with inspiring awareness weeks, fun celebrations, and seasonal moments making it ideal for meaningful and engaging content. Here’s a curated list of monthly observances, weekly themes, and standout dates to help shape your July 2025 content calendar.

Monthly

Plastic Free July – Use the month to spotlight sustainability. Share tips for reducing plastic, eco-friendly swaps, and stories that inspire environmental action.

Independent Retailer Month – Support small and local businesses by highlighting their stories, promoting favourite independents, or encouraging others to shop local.

Weekly

7–13 July

Great British Pea Week – Celebrate a homegrown classic. Share easy pea recipes, farming insights, or fun facts about this versatile vegetable.

24–30 July

Talk to Us Week – Promote mental health awareness. Encourage conversations around wellbeing, share resources, or post personal reflections.

26 July – 10 August

National Marine Week – Shine a light on marine life and ocean conservation. Highlight ways your audience can support clean oceans and sustainable seafood.

Special Days

1 July

International Reggae Day – Honour reggae’s global cultural influence. Share music, stories, or how the genre has inspired you or your work.

7 July

Thank You Day – Create space for gratitude. Highlight people, partners, or clients who’ve made a difference, and encourage others to do the same.

World Chocolate Day – Indulge your audience with recipes, favourite chocolate picks, or a nostalgic chocolate memory.

12 July

National Simplicity Day – Embrace the power of less. Offer tips on simplifying routines, decluttering, or focusing on what matters most.

15 July

Social Media Giving Day – Show how social platforms can support causes. Share a charity you love or ways your audience can give back online.

World Youth Skills Day – Focus on the importance of preparing young people with real-world skills. Share stories, tips, or learning resources.

23 July

National Vanilla Ice Cream Day – Celebrate the classic scoop. Share creative serving ideas, favourite recipes, or ask your audience for their go-to toppings.

27 July

International Safe Places to Work Day – Highlight workplace safety. Showcase how you or others create healthy, secure, and inclusive work environments.

30 July

International Day of Friendship – Celebrate the value of connection. Post quotes, friendship stories, or activities that bring people closer. 

National Cheesecake Day – End the month on a sweet note. Share your favourite cheesecake flavours or invite your audience to vote on theirs.

With so much happening in July, there’s no shortage of ways to engage. Mix up your content by educating, celebrating, or simply having fun with your community. Happy posting!

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