Friends are like a second family, and we can share when we have problems. Friends are the people we choose, so they are special to us. It’s a very special bond, as it comes from the heart.
A true friend is very honest, makes you feel better, and does something good. In a world like today, where we are busy with our own lives, a friend will be there to listen to us, and it’s therapy as they motivate us.
Make this friendship day a special and memorable one!
When is international friendship day in 2024?
The international friendship day 2024 is celebrated on August 4th, and it is dedicated to building friendships among individuals, society, communities, religions and world peace.
Friends are an important part of our lives, and, that’s why international friendship day, let’s toast to all our friends and make it stronger than ever!
The international friendship day is celebrated differently in many parts of the world with the same goal and intention.
| Country | Date |
| Bolivia | 30th July |
| Spain | 30th July |
| India | 4th August |
| Finland | 14th Feb |
| Colombia | 2nd March (Saturday) |
The theme for Friendship Day 2024 is “ Embracing Diversity, Fostering Unity.”
Some of the popular international friendship day quotes, are:
- Surround yourself with friends who lift you high
- A true friend will always tell you the trust
Significance of International friendship day
This is the day to show that friends are a true support in your mental, physical, and social life. We may have one or more friends, they are like your second family. They will stand by you and support you in adversity and prosperity, that’s the significance of this day—the day to build friendships and make peace in the world through laughter, love and human bonding.
Let’s celebrate this international day of friendship in ways that will make it memorable for you and your friends.
Let’s check out the activities for international friendship day:
Wishes: You can start by wishing your friends at midnight. This is the best way to show you care for your friends.
Gifts: Buy your friends some special gifts,, or you can give them photo frames that have a picture of you and them together.
Cakes: Who doesn’t like cakes right? This is one of the best ways to celebrate Friendship Day. You can all get cakes and make it like cake day too!
Go for lunch or dinner: You can all go out for lunch and dinner together and share some laughs and memories.
Trekking or hiking: If you and your friends love adventure and outdoor life, you should hang out and spend some time together.
Camping: This is one of the best activities to take time off your studies and spend a night out with your friends camping out.
What is the history behind international friends day date?
The history of this day dates back to the 20th century, and it was dedicated to Joyce Halls, founder of Hallmark Cards, in 1930. The initial aim was only to make greeting cards, but it became a global celebration. It further became more popular in 1958 when Dr. Ramon Artemio Bracho proposed this day as World Friendship Day.
So, from this day, you should feel good, acknowledge the fact that you should express gratitude and strengthen the bond of your friendship. It is about recognising that fries are the family we choose for ourselves.
Above everything else, the most important thing is to spend time with your friends. It doesn’t matter how or what you do, but what matters is that you are with your friends that day. So you have to make sure to make it special.