If this calendar is helpful or if you have ideas for ways that we can better provide this information, email the editors at magazine@ppai.org. Exceptional Promotions SPECIAL OBSERVANCES CALL FOR Use these key dates and seasonal celebrations to spark creative campaigns your clients will love. Compiled by Sarah Luna June NATIONAL CANDY MONTH Product Idea: Stick it, secure it and enjoy hands-free convenience with the EaseFlex Double-Sided Suction Phone Holder. Made from soft, durable, washable silicone, it’s built for repeated everyday use. Doublesided suction cups grip your phone or case and adhere to mirrors, windows and other smooth surfaces, giving you a stable setup without clamps or stands. It frees your hands for selfies, video chats, tutorials, streaming and more. Available in a range of colors and compatible with all major phone brands, it delivers prominent branding that stays visible. Agraffes Innovation / PPAI 615870, Standard-Plus / agraffes.com 6 NATIONAL DOUGHNUT DAY 13 NATIONAL MOVIE NIGHT 21 NATIONAL SELFIE DAY July NATIONAL PICNIC MONTH Product Idea: This Full-Size Printed Hammock delivers a broad, highly visible branding surface and comes as a complete kit with carabiners and rope straps. Made from soft, durable polyester, it holds up to regular outdoor use. The 126x59-inch hammock fits standard hanging setups in backyards, campsites and balconies, its lightweight design packs easily for travel, and the full-coverage imprint area keeps branding visible whenever it’s in use. Complete with a matching travel bag, it’s a promotional item built for repeated exposure. Yorkn / PPAI 599060, Standard-Base / yorkn.com 11 NATIONAL FRENCH FRY DAY 22 NATIONAL HAMMOCK DAY 30 NATIONAL CLIMB A MOUNTAIN DAY August INTERNATIONAL PEACE MONTH Product Idea: Where there are fajitas, there must be margaritas. The Cantarito Clay Cup pairs traditional style with everyday practicality, making it a natural fit for any gathering. Made from natural clay and finished with a food‑safe glaze, the 3x5‑inch cup is safe for both microwave and dishwasher use. Its 12‑oz. capacity works well for hot or cold beverages, and a 2x2‑inch imprint area offers ample room for branding without overwhelming the design. A mixed matte and glossy finish highlights the cup’s textured surface, giving it a rustic look suited for kitchens, bars and everything in between. Whether used for matcha or mezcal, it keeps brands at the center of every fiesta. wine-n-gear / PPAI 492763, Standard-Base / wine-n-gear.com 12 NATIONAL VINYL RECORD DAY 18 NATIONAL FAJITA DAY 30 NATIONAL BEACH DAY PPAI • MAY 2026 • 7
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