New York: Friday the 13th—just the name gives me chills, whether I’m reading horror flick lore or planning my weekend. It’s one of those days that somehow feels extra eerie, even in 2025. But what makes it a thing, how often does it show up in the year, and what should you actually expect?
Let’s dive deep into the calendar quirks behind this spooky date—and why you shouldn’t cancel your Friday plans just yet.
2025 Has Just One Friday the 13th (June 13, 2025)
According to EarthSky and Time & Date, 2025 is what’s called a “common year starting on a Wednesday.” That setup means the sole Friday the 13th of the year falls in June—June 13, to be exact.
That’s it. Only one.
Why Only One? It Ties Back to Calendar Math
Here’s the secret: any month beginning on a Sunday will inevitably feature a Friday the 13th. In 2025, June started on Sunday—so boom, we got Friday June 13th. Calendars can be quirky like that—and while you can get up to three Friday the 13ths in a single year, or just one, in 2025 there’s just the one.
What’s Next? What About 2026?
EarthSky charts the future Friday the 13ths:
- 2026: Feb 13, Mar 13, Nov 13 (yep, three that year)
- 2027: Aug 13
- 2028: Oct 13
So after this year’s June date, we’re stepping into a triple-dose next year.
Also Read: Don’t Do This on Friday the 13th – Weird Rules & Beliefs
Origins & Superstitions of Friday the 13th
A deep-dive by time.com traces the superstitions back to the Last Supper—Judas the 13th guest and Jesus’s death on a Friday. Add in the mass arrest of the Knights Templar on Friday, Oct 13, 1307, and literary mentions like Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales—and boom, the lore began.
Fun fact: those irrational fears have fancy names too—paraskevidekatriaphobia (fear of Friday the 13th) and friggatriskaidekaphobia.
Practical Effects: Does It Really Matter?
Studies are mixed. Some show a bump in car accidents, hospital visits, and anxiety on Friday the 13th—but others say it’s just confirmation bias. Economically, Americans are said to lose millions as some stay home—but statistically? It’s debatable.
How to Enjoy June 13, 2025—Without Freaking Out
Treat it like any other Friday. Nothing magical, terrible, or cosmic happens more than usual.
Use it as a moment. It’s a quirky date to book that socially distanced brunch, cozy up with a classic horror movie, or look up the constellations—since the Milky Way’s core is also visible in June.
Laugh it off. Some people love turning spooky trends into TikTok-worthy vibes.
