Monkey Around Day
June 14
What is Monkey Around Day?
The official excuse to be silly, playful, and just a little mischievous. If you’ve ever been told to “stop messing around”… today is your day to do the exact opposite
Monkey Around Day is all about letting loose, having fun, and embracing your goofy side.
This lighthearted holiday, on June 14th, celebrates being playful, laughing more, not taking life too seriously, and letting your inner kid take over.
Tips on how to celebrate the day
1. Start the day silly
- Send a ridiculous text or meme first thing
- Greet people with a funny voice or joke
- Set the tone early: today = not serious
- Try some fun tongue twisters
2. Make people laugh
- Tell jokes (even terrible ones)
- Do impressions or funny voices
- Share funny videos or memes
- Get some ridiculous joke ideas here
3. Have random dance breaks throughout the day
- Put on music and just go for it
- The worse your moves, the better
- Bonus: get others involved
4. Play games (any kind)
- Board games, video games, or outdoor games
- Tag, hide-and-seek, or even charades
5. Turn normal activities into competions
- Silly Walk Contest – Everyone walks across the room in the funniest way possible.
- Laugh Contest – One person tries to make others laugh. If you laugh—you’re out.
- Monkey Relay Race – Hop, crawl, or move like a monkey. Add obstacles for extra chaos.
6. Capture the chaos
- Take goofy selfies
- Create a “funniest photo of the day” challenge
- Record short, silly videos
7. Be ridiculous on purpose
- Walk funny
- Make dramatic reactions
- Say something totally random
Lean into the weird—it’s the whole point
8. Do HARMLESS pranks
- Light, friendly jokes only
- Nothing embarrassing or mean
- Keep it fun for everyone
9. Surround yourself with fun people
- Hang out with friends or family
- Join people who enjoy being silly
- Avoid anyone who takes things too seriously today
- Serve some snacks but rename everything: “Monkey Munchies” (snacks)
“Banana Bites”
“Goofy Juice” (punch or soda)
“Crazy Cookies” Get a cookie recipe here that’ll make you go “Om nom nom nom” (silly isn’t it?)
10. Get moving
- Go outside and run around
- Play like you’re a kid again
- Be active and playful
Bonus: Monkey Around Challenge
Try to hit all 3:
- Make someone laugh
- Do something silly
- Play a game
