In 2025, the summer solstice, the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, happens on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 10:42 P.M. EDT., that is just 12 hours from now!
This solstice marks the official beginning of summer in the Northern Hemisphere, occurring when Earth arrives at the point in its orbit where the North Pole is at its maximum tilt (about 23.5 degrees) toward the Sun, resulting in the longest day and shortest night of the calendar year. (By longest “day,” we mean the longest period of sunlight hours.) On the day of the June solstice, the Northern Hemisphere receives sunlight at the most direct angle of the year.
So…how do you celebrate? The Old Farmers Almanac suggests you go strawberry picking. Enjoy a big bowl of strawberries and cream on the solstice.
There are many people—like the Swedes—who celebrate the beginning of summer by eating the first strawberries of the season. Indulging in some strawberries and cream is the perfect way to celebrate the June solstice, since June’s full Moon is also known as the Strawberry Moon.
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Fire up the grill, grab some steaks and celebrate.June 23rd Marks Midsummer’s Eve
Many northern people also celebrate a solstice holiday known as Midsummer’s Day on June 24, which is one of the four ancient quarter days of the year. The eve prior is called Midsummer’s Eve, marking the shortest night of the year. A common way to celebrate is to have a bonfire party!We suggest, however, keeping your fire in the firepit, depending on how much rain we have experienced earlier this month.
