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June is an action-packed month with a staggering 133 events that are perfect for PRs to keep an eye out for. From entertainment and awareness campaigns to political coverage, our calendar highlights the standout events to help you craft compelling stories and maximise your PR efforts in June. Discover the key dates to make your PR efforts much easier and more effective this month.
⚠️ Remember, the full calendar can be found here.
Music Events 🎡
With the summer months approaching quickly, so are the music events and festivals. June is a hotspot for music lovers, with big festivals like The Governors Ball Music Festival (starting on June 7) in New York and the iconic Glastonbury Festival (starting on June 26), where headliners such as Dua Lipa will take the stage. This is the perfect time to release festival guides, survival tips, or data-driven campaigns around music.
Event | Start Date | End Date | Location |
Roots Picnic | June 1 | June 3 | Philadelphia, PA, USA |
Canadian Music Week Conference | June 1 | June 1 | Toronto, ON, Canada |
Start of NY Music Month | June 1 | June 1 | New York, NY, USA |
Radio Days North America | June 2 | June 5 | Toronto, ON, Canada |
NIVA | June 3 | June 4 | New Orleans, LA, USA |
Napa Valley Jazz Getaway | June 5 | June 10 | Napa, CA, USA |
NOS Primavera Sound | June 6 | June 9 | Porto, Portugal |
CMA Music Festival | June 6 | June 7 | Nashville, TN, USA |
Capital Jazz Fest | June 7 | June 10 | Columbia, MD, USA |
Governors Ball Music Festival | June 7 | June 7 | New York, NY, USA |
Bonnaroo | June 13 | June 13 | Manchester, TN, USA |
Sonar Festival | June 13 | June 16 | Barcelona, Spain |
Telluride Bluegrass Festival | June 20 | June 24 | Telluride, CO, USA |
Glastonbury Festival | June 26 | July 1 | Worthy Farm, UK |
Award Ceremonies 🏆
Although June is not often seen as the prime time for award ceremonies, there are a few key events to keep on your radar. From the prestigious Daytime Emmy Awards on June 8 in Los Angeles to the influential Tony Awards on June 16 in New York, these ceremonies recognise the best in their fields and attract a lot of media attention. Keep an eye out for the winners and their fashion choices.
Event | Start Date | Location |
Gotham TV Awards | June 4 | New York, NY, USA |
World’s 50 Best Restaurants Award Ceremony | June 5 | Las Vegas, NV, USA |
James Beard Awards | June 8 | Chicago, IL, USA |
Daytime Emmy Awards | June 8 | Los Angeles, CA, USA |
Peabody Awards | June 9 | Los Angeles, CA, USA |
Drama Desk Awards | June 10 | New York, NY, USA |
Libera Awards | June 10 | New York, NY, USA |
Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction & Awards Gala | June 13 | New York, NY, USA |
The Tony Awards | June 16 | New York, NY, USA |
BET Awards | June 30 | Los Angeles, CA, USA |
Cultural Events 🏳️🌈
In June, you can look forward to the Tribeca Film Festival (June 5-17) in New York, an event that celebrates the best in film and creativity and will host a wide variety of celebrities and iconic filmmakers. Additionally, Art Basel (June 13-17) in Switzerland draws the international art community for exhibitions and networking. June is also a significant month for Pride celebrations, with events like the Start of Pride Month across the USA, Nashville Pride Festival and Parade (June 22), and NYC Pridefest (June 30) in New York. These events are crucial for promoting diversity, inclusion, and community spirit.
Event | Start Date | End Date | Location |
Start of Pride Month | June 1 | June 1 | USA |
Tribeca Film Festival | June 5 | June 17 | New York, NY, USA |
Art Basel | June 13 | June 17 | Basel, Switzerland |
Eid al-Adha | June 16 | June 21 | Global |
Nashville Pride Festival and Parade | June 22 | June 22 | Nashville, TN, USA |
VidCon | June 26 | June 30 | Anaheim, CA, USA |
NYC Pridefest | June 30 | June 30 | New York, NY, USA |
Fashion Events 👔
In June, Paris Fashion Week Men’s Spring-Summer 2025 (June 18-19) is a highlight, showcasing the latest trends and designs from top designers. The CHANEL Tribeca Women’s Filmmakers Lunch (June 7) and CHANEL Tribeca Artists Dinner (June 10) in New York are also significant events that merge fashion with film and art.
Event | Start Date | End Date | Location |
CHANEL Tribeca Women’s Filmmakers Lunch | June 7 | June 8 | New York, NY, USA |
CHANEL Tribeca Artists Dinner | June 10 | June 11 | New York, NY, USA |
Paris Fashion Week Men’s Spring-Summer 2025 | June 18 | June 19 | Paris, France |
Awareness & International Days 📅
June is packed with days that remind us to think globally and act locally. World Environment Day on June 5 and World Oceans Day on June 8 call for action to protect our planet. These days inspire campaigns and activities that highlight the urgent need for environmental conservation. World Blood Donor Day on June 14 and World Refugee Day on June 20 bring attention to vital humanitarian issues, encouraging communities to support life-saving and life-changing initiatives.
Event | Date |
Global Day of Parents | June 1 |
International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression | June 4 |
World Environment Day | June 5 |
World Food Safety Day | June 7 |
World Oceans Day | June 8 |
World Blood Donor Day [WHO] | June 14 |
Clean Air Day | June 15 |
World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought | June 17 |
International Day for Countering Hate Speech | June 18 |
International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict | June 19 |
World Refugee Day | June 20 |
International Day of Yoga | June 21 |
International Widows' Day | June 23 |
United Nations Public Service Day | June 23 |
International Asteroid Day | June 30 |
Sports Events ⚽️
June is a very busy month for sports fans, with events happening globally. UEFA Euro 2024 starts on June 14, which means Europe will be turned into a battleground as top teams vie for the championship. The Tour de France begins on June 29, challenging cyclists to conquer gruelling terrains in one of the most prestigious cycling races. The excitement extends to the NBA Finals and the US Open, making June a month of intense competition and global sportsmanship.
Event | Start Date | End Date | Location |
Uefa Champions League final | June 1 | June 1 | |
Isle of Man TT | June 1 | June 1 | |
Stanley Cup Finals Begin | June 3 | June 3 | |
Men’s Cricket: ICC T20 World Cup | June 4 | July 1 | |
NBA Finals Begin | June 6 | June 7 | |
Chestertons Polo in the Park | June 7 | June 10 | |
MLB World Tour: London Series 2024 | June 8 | June 10 | |
Cartier Queen’s Cup | June 12 | June 17 | |
US Open (Golf) | June 13 | June 14 | Pinehurst, NC, USA |
UEFA Euro 2024 | June 14 | July 15 | |
Royal Ascot | June 18 | June 23 | |
Rugby Union: South Africa vs. Wales & Barbarians vs. Fiji | June 22 | June 22 | |
The Boodles Tennis | June 25 | June 30 | |
NHL Entry Draft | June 28 | June 30 | Las Vegas, NV, USA |
McGregor vs. Chandler UFC 303 | June 29 | June 29 | |
Tour De France | June 29 | July 22 | Nice, France |
TV Premieres 📺
June is bursting with TV premieres that promise to keep viewers glued to their screens. Bridgerton Season 3 Part 2 drops on June 13, bringing more scandal and romance to the Regency era. The Bear on Disney+, premiering on June 27, is another highly anticipated show set to captivate audiences with its unique storytelling. Other notable releases include Sweet Tooth Season 3 on Netflix and House of the Dragon Season 2 on HBO, offering a mix of fantasy, drama, and adventure to satisfy every viewer's taste.
Event | Start Date | Platform |
Below Deck Mediterranean Season 9 | June 3 | Bravo |
Queenie (UK) | June 4 | Channel 4 |
Star Wars: The Acolyte | June 4 | Disney+ |
Sweet Tooth Season 3 | June 6 | Netflix |
Perfect Match Season 2 | June 7 | Netflix |
Becoming Karl Lagerfeld | June 7 | Hulu |
Queenie (US) | June 7 | Hulu |
Tour de France: Unchained Season 2 | June 11 | Netflix |
Love Island USA Season 6 | June 11 | Peacock |
My Next Guest Needs No Introduction With David Letterman Season 5 | June 12 | Netflix |
Bridgerton Season 3 Part 2 | June 13 | Netflix |
The Boys Season 4 | June 13 | Prime Video |
Brats | June 13 | Hulu |
House of the Dragon Season 2 | June 16 | HBO |
Love is Blind: Brazil Season 4 | June 19 | Netflix |
Orphan Black: Echoes | June 23 | AMC |
Diane von Furstenberg: Woman in Charge | June 25 | Hulu |
TikTok Murders | June 25 | Peacock |
Land of Women | June 26 | AppleTV+ |
That ’90s Show Part 2 | June 27 | Netflix |
FX’s The Bear Season 3 (US) | June 27 | Hulu |
The Bear Season 3 (UK) | June 27 | Disney+ |
Film Releases 🎥
June brings several highly anticipated film releases. On June 14, Pixar's "Inside Out 2" delves deeper into the emotional adventures within the human mind, reuniting fans with Joy, Sadness, and more. June 28 features "A Quiet Place: Day One," a gripping prequel exploring the initial outbreak of sound-hunting creatures packed with suspense and survival drama. The same day, "Kinds of Kindness" debuts from Yorgos Lanthimos.
Film | Release Date |
Am I OK? | June 6 |
Bad Boys: Ride or Die | June 7 |
Hit Man | June 7 |
The Exorcism | June 7 |
I Used to be Funny | June 7 |
Inside Out 2 | June 14 |
The Watched | June 7 |
The Bike Rider | June 21 |
A Quiet Place: Day One | June 28 |
Horizon: An American Saga | June 28 |
Kinds of Kindness | June 28 |
Political Events 🗳️
June is pivotal for global politics, with events that shape the future. The European Parliament elections from June 6-9 are crucial for determining the EU's legislative direction. The G7 leaders' summit, held from June 13-16, brings together the world's most powerful leaders to discuss pressing global issues like economic stability and climate change. These political gatherings are essential for international diplomacy and policy-making, influencing global agendas and national strategies.
Event | Start Date | End Date |
OPEC+ Joint Ministerial Monitoring Committee (JMMC) | June 1 | June 1 |
Presidential election in Iceland | June 1 | June 1 |
European Parliament elections | June 6 | June 9 |
Local elections in Ireland | June 7 | June 7 |
G7 leaders’ summit | June 13 | June 16 |
First Presidential Debate - Location TBD | June 27 | June 28 |
Miscellaneous Days & Events ✨
The Summer Solstice on June 20 marks the longest day of the year, celebrated with various festivities worldwide. Armed Forces Day on June 29 honours military personnel, marked by parades and ceremonies. Quirky days like World Gin Day on June 8 offer fun moments, enriching the month with diverse celebrations and community spirit.
Event | Start Date | End Date |
Summer Solstice | June 20 | June 20 |
Armed Forces Day | June 29 | June 29 |
Trooping the Colour | June 8 | June 8 |
Russian Language Day | June 8 | June 8 |
World Gin Day | June 8 | June 8 |
Queen's Birthday | June 8 | June 8 |
Father's Day | June 16 | June 16 |
British Flowers Week | June 24 | July 1 |
Album Releases 🎵
June is an exciting month for music fans, with several highly anticipated album releases. Bon Jovi's "Forever," Charli XCX's "Brat," and Peggy Gou's "I Hear You" drop on June 7, promising fresh sounds and innovative styles. Meghan Trainor and Normani release their albums on June 14. These albums offer a rich soundtrack for the summer, catering to various musical tastes.
Event | Start Date |
Bon Jovi releases Forever | June 7 |
Charli XCX releases Brat | June 7 |
Peggy Gou releases I Hear You | June 7 |
Meghan Trainor releases Timeless | June 14 |
Normani releases Dopamine | June 14 |
Gracie Abrams releases The Secret Of Us | June 21 |
Kate Nash releases 9 Sad Symphonies | June 21 |
Kehlani releases Crash | June 21 |
Camila Cabello releases C, XOXO | June 28 |
Imagine Dragons releases Loom | June 28 |
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