#InternationalTownCriersDay

#TownCriersDay

Go out in the streets and shout the news in honor of the now ancient profession of the TownCrier.

Second Monday of July

What Does #InternationalTownCriersDay Mean?

International Town Criers Day falls on the second Monday of July and celebrates the centuries-old tradition of town criers who served as the original news broadcasters. Before newspapers, radio, or social media, town criers would ring a bell and shout the news in public squares. Some cities still have official town criers who appear at ceremonies and events in full historical costume.

How to Use #InternationalTownCriersDay

Share a fun fact about town criers or post a video of yourself dramatically announcing some mundane news in town crier style. Cities with active town crier traditions can showcase their criers. The humor angle works best for this one.