{"id":18834,"date":"2021-01-20T17:31:59","date_gmt":"2021-01-21T00:31:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vdigitalservices.com\/?p=18834"},"modified":"2024-01-18T16:25:25","modified_gmt":"2024-01-18T23:25:25","slug":"2021-social-media-marketing-calendar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vdigitalservices.com\/2021-social-media-marketing-calendar\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Social Media 2021 Marketing Calendar"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s time to reflect on 2020 and plan for your 2021 social marketing campaigns.<\/p>\n

In light of the recent pandemic, digital customer engagement has never been a more vital marketing need. We can clearly say that today\u2019s consumer is digital-first and that social channels have never been more critical. You need to ensure you focus your efforts accordingly and that your marketing efforts match your audience.<\/p>\n

We saw an accelerated shift to social media during this pandemic, and we don\u2019t expect that to decline anytime soon. Beyond the consumer\u2019s online discovery for products and purchase of products, there\u2019s a new digital engagement expectation beyond the transaction that continues on the post-sales support, customer service, and conversational experiences.<\/p>\n

From beginning to end, it\u2019s the positive experiences that result in long-lasting relationships, brand trust, and brand loyalty.<\/p>\n

We hope you\u2019ll take away some creative ideas for creating new experiences and relationships that build brand awareness, brand empathy, and valuable relationships with your customers with the help of our Social Media 2021 Marketing Calendar.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t forget to add this to your bookmarks<\/strong>! (Command +D)<\/p>\n

Here are all the official (and unofficial) holidays to celebrate in 2021.<\/p>\n

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January Holidays + Observances<\/h2>\n

Looking for some January content inspiration? Look no further.
\nIt\u2019s that time to ring in the new year and put 2020 behind us. January is the month of resolutions, a fresh start, and a new yet optimistic perspective on what the future holds. Along with this fresh start comes commitments to healthier habits, College Football Playoffs, and the Grammys.<\/p>\n

From creating resolutions to enjoying the simple yet satisfying things in life such as \u2018Clean Out Your Inbox\u2019 day, we\u2019ve got some great ideas for your January marketing campaign and year ahead.<\/p>\n

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Click to Download<\/a> the January Social Media Marketing Calendar.<\/p>\n

Monthly<\/h3>\n

National CBD Month
\nWeight Loss Awareness Month
\nNational Blood Donor Month
\nNational Thank You Month<\/p>\n

Weekly<\/h3>\n

January 1-7 – Diet Resolutions Week
\nJanuary 18-24 – Sugar Awareness Week
\nJanuary 24-30 – School Choice Week, Clean out your Inbox Week<\/p>\n

Daily<\/h3>\n

January 1 – New Year\u2019s Day #NewYearsDay
\nJanuary 2 – National Science Fiction Day
\nJanuary 4 \u2013 National Trivia Day #NationalTriviaDay
\nJanuary 10- Houseplant Appreciation Day
\nJanuary 11- College Football Playoff National Championship
\nJanuary 13 \u2013 National Clean off your Desk Day #CleanOffYourDeskDay
\nJanuary 14- Dress up Your Pet Day
\nJanuary 15- National Hat Day #NationalHatDay
\nJanuary 18- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
\nJanuary 19 – National Popcorn Day
\nJanuary 20- Cheese Lovers Day #CheeseLoversDay
\nJanuary 21 – National Hugging Day
\nJanuary 26 – Spouse\u2019s Day
\nJanuary 28 – Data Privacy Day
\nJanuary 29 – National Fun at Work Day
\nJanuary 30 – Grammy Awards<\/p>\n

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February Holidays + Observances<\/h2>\n

February is a short month, but it\u2019s an excellent month for small and local business marketing, as the first significant holiday is finally upon us: Valentine’s Day! Valentine\u2019s Day really sets the tone for the month on how to show love and appreciation.<\/p>\n

The big game is this month as well, and while hosting big watch parties were a typical tradition, creating smaller, remote watch parties may be the thing of the future. If you\u2019re in the business of retail or food, why not offer delivery to sweeten the deal?<\/p>\n

There are a ton of opportunities to bring your loyal customers in this month and engage with them!<\/p>\n

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Click to Download<\/a> the February Social Media Marketing Calendar.<\/p>\n

Monthly Observances<\/h3>\n

Black History Month
\nAmerican Heart Month
\nNational Weddings Month
\nNational Children’s Dental HealthMonth
\nNational Snack Food Month<\/p>\n

Weekly Observances<\/h3>\n

February 1-7 – Children\u2019s Authors and Illustrators Week
\nFebruary 8-14 – Freelance Writers Appreciation
\nFebruary 15-21 – Random Act of Kindness Week<\/p>\n

Daily<\/h3>\n

February 1 – National Dark Chocolate Day
\nFebruary 2 – Groundhog Day
\nFebruary 4 – World Cancer Day
\nFebruary 5 – National Wear Red Day
\nFebruary 7 – National Send a Card to a Friend Day
\nFebruary 9 – National Pizza Day
\nFebruary 11 – National Make a Friend Day
\nFebruary 12 – Abraham Lincoln\u2019s Birthday
\nFebruary 14 – Valentine\u2019s Day, National Organic Donor Day
\nFebruary 15 – President\u2019s Day
\nFebruary 18 – National Drink Wine Day
\nFebruary 22 – George Washington\u2019s Birthday, National Margarita Day
\nFebruary 24 – National Tortilla Chip Day
\nFebruary 25 – Digital Learning Day<\/p>\n

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March Holidays + Observances<\/h3>\n

Ready or not, Spring has sprung! It\u2019s officially been one year since the pandemic was declared, and to say our communities have come leaps and bounds would be an understatement.<\/p>\n

From Daylight Savings Time to your more fun observances such as St. Patricks Day or even Dr. Seuss Day, there\u2019s a variety to celebrate.<\/p>\n

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Click to Download<\/a> the March Social Media Marketing Calendar.<\/p>\n

Monthly Observances<\/h3>\n

Women’s History Month
\nNational Nutrition Month
\nNational Craft Month
\nAmerican Red Cross Month<\/p>\n

Weekly Observances<\/h3>\n

March 1-7 – National Foreign Language Week
\nMarch 8-14 – Girl Scout Week
\nMarch 15-21 – International Brain Awareness Week
\nMarch 21-27 – National Poison Prevention Week<\/p>\n

Daily<\/h3>\n

March 1- National Peanut Butter Lover\u2019s Day
\nMarch 2- National Read Across America Day, Dr. Seuss\u2019s Birthday
\nMarch 4 – National Grammar Day
\nMarch 5 – World Book Day, National Day of Unplugging
\nMarch 6 – National Dentist Day
\nMarch 8 – International Women\u2019s Day
\nMarch 12 – Plant a Flower Day
\nMarch 14 – National Pi Day, Daylight Savings Time (Clock forward)
\nMarch 17 – St. Patrick\u2019s Day
\nMarch 19 – Red Nose Day
\nMarch 20 – International Earth Day
\nMarch 23 – National Puppy Day, Agriculture Day (Ag Day)
\nMarch 24 – National Cocktail Day
\nMarch 26 – Make Up Your Own Holiday Day
\nMarch 28 – Respect Your Cat Day
\nMarch 29 – National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day
\nMarch 30 – National Doctors Day
\nMarch 31 – Crayon Day, Transgender Day of Visibility<\/p>\n

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April Holidays + Observances<\/h2>\n

April is time to leap into sunnier and warmer days, plus celebrate the bloom of flowers throughout the nation. The bunny is the most well-known mascot of this month for a reason. Get to hopping into brighter and warmer days this month!<\/p>\n

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Click to Download<\/a> the April Social Media Marketing Calendar.<\/p>\n

Monthly Observances<\/h3>\n

Autism Awareness Month
\nStress Awareness Month
\nEarth Month
\nNational Garden Month
\nInternational Guitar Month<\/p>\n

Weekly Observances<\/h3>\n

April 4-10 – National Library Week
\nApril 18-24 – National Volunteer Week
\nApril 25-30 – Medical Laboratory Professional Week<\/p>\n

Daily<\/h3>\n

April 1 – April Fools\u2019 Day
\nApril 2 – World Autism Awareness Day
\nApril 5 – National Deep Dish Pizza Day, National Dandelion Day
\nApril 5 – April 11 – Masters Golf Tournament
\nApril 6 – National Student-Athlete Day
\nApril 7 – National Beer Day, World Health Day
\nApril 8 – National Empanada Day, Zoo Lover\u2019s Day
\nApril 9 – April 18 – Coachella Music Festival *TBD
\nApril 10 – National Hug Your Dog Day
\nApril 11 – National Pet Day
\nApril 12 – Grilled Cheese Day
\nApril 13 – National Be Kind to Lawyers Day
\nApril 15 – Tax Day
\nApril 18 – Husband Appreciation Day
\nApril 22 – Earth Day
\nApril 25 – Oscars Academy Awards
\nApril 28 – National Superhero Day
\nApril 30 – Adopt a Shelter Pet Day<\/p>\n

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May Holidays + Observances<\/h2>\n

Celebrate the gorgeous month of May! The sun is warming, the birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming, and the garden is growing. Fun fact: May is named for the Roman goddess Maia, who oversaw the growth of plants, and May\u2019s full moon is called the Flower Moon, which occurs on Thursday, May 7.<\/p>\n

See what fun and exciting days May has to offer\u2014from holidays to history to advice.<\/p>\n

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Click to Download<\/a> the May Social Media Marketing Calendar.<\/p>\n

Monthly Observances<\/h3>\n

National Photo Month
\nNational Mental Health Month
\nGifts from the Garden Month
\nNational Military Appreciation Month
\nNational BBQ Month<\/p>\n

Weekly Observances<\/h3>\n

May 2 – May 8 – National Travel and Tourism Week
\nMay 3 – May 7 – Teacher Appreciation Week
\nMay 6 – May 12 – Nurses Week<\/p>\n

Daily<\/h3>\n

May 1 – Kentucky Derby
\nMay 4 – Thank a Teacher Day, Star Wars Day, Firefighters Day
\nMay 5 – Cinco De Mayo
\nMay 6 – National Nurses Day
\nMay 7 – World Password Day
\nMay 8 – World Fair Trade Day
\nMay 9 – Mother\u2019s Day
\nMay 11 – Eat What You Want Day
\nMay 18 – International Museum Day
\nMay 21 – NASCAR Day
\nMay 31 – Memorial Day<\/p>\n

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June Holidays + Observances<\/h2>\n

You\u2019ve made it halfway through the year! The kids are well into their summer vacation. However, the real summer season starts toward the end of the month. Things are heating up outside, and Father\u2019s Day might be the time to show them why your product or service reigns supreme.<\/p>\n

The Tour de France and Wimbleton are two of the more significant sporting events of the summer. Usually, the NBA Finals occur in June, but with the shortened season and pandemic changing things, it has been pushed to July.<\/p>\n

Embrace the theme of the outdoors and find ways to connect and engage with your consumers.<\/p>\n

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Click to Download<\/a> the June Social Media Marketing Calendar.<\/p>\n

Monthly Observances<\/h3>\n

Men\u2019s Health Month
\nLGBTQ Pride Month
\nNational Safety Month
\nAlzheimer\u2019s & Brain Awareness Month
\nGreat Outdoors Month<\/p>\n

Weekly Observances<\/h3>\n

June 7 – 13 – National Gardening Week
\nJune 14- 20 – Men\u2019s Health Week<\/p>\n

Daily<\/h3>\n

June 4 – National Donut Day, National Cheese Day, Hug Your Cat Day
\nJune 5 – World Environment Day
\nJune 8 – National Best Friends Day
\nJune 13 – National Weed Your Garden Day
\nJune 14 – Flag Day
\nJune 15 – National Nature Photography Day
\nJune 18 – International Picnic Day
\nJune 20 – First Day of Summer \/ Summer Solstice \/ Father\u2019s Day
\nJune 21 – National Selfie Day
\nJune 25 – National Take a Dog to Work Day
\nJune 26 – July 18 – Tour de France
\nJune 28 – International Body Piercing Day
\nJune 28 – July 11 – Wimbledon
\nJune 30 – Social Media Day<\/p>\n

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July Holidays + Observances<\/h2>\n

Independence Day is a fun way to kick off July. Kids are out for summer, vacations are in full effect, and people are looking for ways to stay \u201ccool\u201d during this heated month.<\/p>\n

If your brand can extend some support to those consumers dealing with the heat or simply entertain those with kids out of school, be sure to let your audience know!<\/p>\n

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Click to Download<\/a> the July Social Media Marketing Calendar.<\/p>\n

Monthly Observances<\/h3>\n

Ice Cream Month
\nNational Independent Retailer Month
\nNational Grilling Month
\nNational Hemp Month<\/p>\n

Weekly Observances<\/h3>\n

July 18-24 – Independent Retailers Week
\nJuly 18-24 – Capture the Sunset Week
\nJuly 20-24 – National Parenting Gifted Children Week<\/p>\n

Daily<\/h3>\n

July 1 – National Postal Worker Day, Joke Day
\nJuly 4 – Independence Day
\nJuly 7 – National 7-Eleven Day
\nJuly 13 – French Fry Day
\nJuly 17 – World Emoji Day, Disneyland’s Birthday
\nJuly 18 – Amazon Prime Day
\nJuly 20- Hot Dog Day
\nJuly 21 – No Makeup Day
\nJuly 25 – Parents\u2019 Day
\nJuly 30 – National Support Public Education Day
\nJuly 31 – Avocado Day<\/p>\n

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August Holidays + Observances<\/h2>\n

School is back in session, and the start of football season is right around the corner. Depending on where you live, the weather should also be feeling like the last month of summer, and things will hopefully begin cooling down soon.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s not the start of a new year per se, but treat the beginning of the new school year similar to New Year\u2019s Day and set some goals for yourself.<\/p>\n

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Click to Download<\/a> the August Social Media Marketing Calendar.<\/p>\n

Monthly Observances<\/h3>\n

Back to School Month
\nWater Quality Month
\nNational Eye Exam Month<\/p>\n

Weekly Observances<\/h3>\n

August 2 – 8- National Farmers Market Week
\nAugust 6 – August 15 – Sturgis Motorcycle Rally<\/p>\n

Daily<\/h3>\n

August 5 – NFL Preseason Begins
\nAugust 6 – International Beer Day
\nAugust 9 – Book Lover\u2019s Day
\nAugust 13 – Left-hander\u2019s Day
\nAugust 16 – National Tell a Joke Day
\nAugust 19 – World Photo Day
\nAugust 20 – National Lemonade Day
\nAugust 21 – Senior Citizens Day
\nAugust 26 – National Dog Day
\nAugust 26 – Women\u2019s Equality Day<\/p>\n

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September Holidays + Observances<\/h2>\n

September is a great transition month that feels like the first month of autumn. School has started, and the leaves will soon start changing. This will most likely be one of the last months for pleasant outdoor activity weather for things like outdoor dining (lookin\u2019 at you, Brunch) and the last days of Q3. It\u2019s also the last month free of stress-inducing holidays, so soak up and enjoy your rest and relaxation this month.<\/p>\n

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Click to Download<\/a> the September Social Media Marketing Calendar.<\/p>\n

Monthly Observances<\/h3>\n

Wilderness Month
\nHispanic Heritage Month
\nBetter Breakfast Month
\nChildhood Cancer Awareness Month<\/p>\n

Weekly Observances<\/h3>\n

September 5-11- National Suicide Prevention Week
\nSeptember 19 – 25 – International Week of the Deaf<\/p>\n

Daily<\/h3>\n

September 4 – International Bacon Day
\nSeptember 5 – Cheese Pizza Day
\nSeptember 6 – Labor Day, Read a Book Day
\nSeptember 8 – National Literacy Day
\nSeptember 11 – 9\/11, Patriot\u2019s Day
\nSeptember 12 – National Grandparents Day
\nSeptember 19 – Wife Appreciation Day, Talk Like a Pirate Day
\nSeptember 24 – Native American Day
\nSeptember 28 – National Voter Registration Day
\nSeptember 29 – World Heart Day
\nSeptember 30 – International Podcast Day<\/p>\n

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October Holidays + Observances<\/h2>\n

Halloween is the obvious theme for October, but it doesn\u2019t have to be all spooky-spooky skeletons and pumpkins. Many places can enjoy the season with changing leaves and pleasant weather, and there\u2019s no shortage of excitement with things like National Coffee Day, National Taco Day, and National Pizza Month.<\/p>\n

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Click to Download<\/a> the October Social Media Marketing Calendar.<\/p>\n

Monthly Observances<\/h3>\n

Breast Cancer Awareness Month
\nNational Pizza Month
\nBully Prevention Month
\nAdopt a Shelter Dog Month
\nFinancial Planning Month<\/p>\n

Weekly Observances<\/h3>\n

October 11 – 17 – National Work from Home Week
\nOctober 23 – 31 – Red Ribbon Week
\nOctober 25 – 31 – Respiratory Care Week<\/p>\n

Days<\/h3>\n

October 1 – Coffee Day, World Smile Day
\nOctober 2 – Name your Car Day
\nOctober 4 – National Taco Day
\nOctober 5 – World Teacher\u2019s Day
\nOctober 10 – World Mental Health Day
\nOctober 11 – Columbus Day, aka Indigenous People\u2019s Day
\nOctober 16 – Boss\u2019s Day
\nOctober 23 – Make a Difference Day
\nOctober 31 – Day of the Dead Begins, Halloween<\/p>\n

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November Holidays + Observances<\/h2>\n

November is peak Autumn, and with it comes warm coffee drinks and EPIC meals. Let\u2019s not forget about wellness awareness with \u201cNo-Shave November\u201d and National Diabetes Awareness month (the pumpkin pie is some serious irony here).<\/p>\n

It\u2019s a month of being thankful, gearing up for some intense holiday shopping, and the start of Hanukkah.<\/p>\n

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Click to Download<\/a> the November Social Media Marketing Calendar.<\/p>\n

Monthly Observances<\/h3>\n

Peanut Butter Lovers\u2019 Month
\nNational Healthy Skin Month
\nNational Diabetes Awareness Month
\nMusic Month
\nNo Shave November<\/p>\n

Weekly Observances<\/h3>\n

November 8 – 14 – World Kindness Week
\nNovember 14 – 20 – American Education Week
\nNovember 22 – 28 – National Game and Puzzle Week
\nNovember 28 – December 6 – Hanukkah<\/p>\n

Daily<\/h3>\n

November 1 – World Vegan Day
\nNovember 2 – Day of the Dead Ends
\nNovember 7 – Daylight Savings Day (Clock backward)
\nNovember 11 – Veterans Day
\nNovember 25 – Thanksgiving Day
\nNovember 26 – Black Friday
\nNovember 27 – Small Business Saturday
\nNovember 29 – Cyber Monday
\nNovember 30 – Giving Tuesday<\/p>\n

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December Holidays + Observances<\/h2>\n

It\u2019s the most wonderful time of the year\u2026 Celebrate winter with Christmas, Hanukkah, and most importantly, National Ugly Sweater Day. There is no other month that is more associated with friends and family, and with so many days of exciting celebrations (we\u2019re lookin\u2019 at you, Festivus), we\u2019ll never run out of things to talk about.<\/p>\n

Get the most out of the final month of the year and Q4.<\/p>\n

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Click to Download<\/a> the November Social Media Marketing Calendar.<\/p>\n

Monthly Observances<\/h3>\n

National Identity Theft Prevention and Awareness Month
\nOperation Santa Paws
\nNational Write a Business Plan Month<\/p>\n

Weekly Observances<\/h3>\n

December 5 – December 11 – National Handwashing Awareness
\nDecember 25 – January 5 – The 12 Days of Christmas<\/p>\n

Daily<\/h3>\n

December 1 – Rosa Parks Day
\nDecember 4 – Cookie Day
\nDecember 6 – St. Nicholas Day
\nDecember 7 – Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
\nDecember 9 – Christmas Card Day
\nDecember 10 – Nobel Prize Day
\nDecember 17 – National Ugly Sweater Day
\nDecember 18 – Free Shipping Day
\nDecember 21 – First Day of Winter \/ Winter Solstice
\nDecember 23 – Festivus
\nDecember 24 – Christmas Eve
\nDecember 25 – Christmas Day
\nDecember 26 – Kwanzaa
\nDecember 31 – New Year\u2019s Eve<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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