International Drop a Rock Day
July 3, Thursday
History of the holiday
The holiday was initiated by The Kindness Rocks Project — a movement that originated in the USA and became international. Its founder, Megan Murphy, began leaving painted stones with inspiring words on the beach. The idea quickly spread: people started sharing messages of kindness by painting rocks and deliberately “dropping” them — in parks, on trails, near shops.
Purpose of the holiday
The main goal is to spread kindness and positive emotions. A small rock with a kind word can inspire, support, or simply bring a smile to someone who happens to find it.
How it is celebrated
* Painting ordinary rocks with acrylic paints, markers, or pens.
* Writing short messages on them: “You are not alone,” “Smile,” “You can do it,” “Kindness is strength.”
* Leaving the rocks in crowded places: on benches, by trees, in cafes, at bus stops.
* Sharing creations on social media with the hashtag #DropARockDay.
* Involving children and friends in the creative process, making the holiday family-friendly and heartfelt.
Why it is important
* Even a small gesture can change someone’s mood or day.
* The holiday teaches empathy, care, and responsibility.
* It is a way to be creative and be part of a global positive movement.
* It is accessible to everyone and requires no cost — just a little time and desire to make others happy.
Interesting facts
* Rocks travel: sometimes a found rock is taken to another city or country and “dropped” again.
* Some groups create “series” of rocks with a unique style or signature.
* Schools and kindergartens often hold such events as part of kindness lessons.
Conclusion
International Drop a Rock Day is a day of small but meaningful deeds. It unites people worldwide around a simple idea: one kind rock can start a chain of smiles. It is a holiday where everyone can become an artist, inspirer, and magician of good deeds.