Drinking Buddies is an annual month-long hydration initiative that takes place every July. It started simply — drink more water. But it has grown into something deeper: building a real relationship with hydration, your health, and each other.

The idea is straightforward. Before July 1, you’ll decide how many ounces of water you want to drink each day — a goal that’s personal to you. Each morning throughout the month, you check in with your buddy or group to share whether you met your goal or simply made the attempt. There is no winning or failing here. There is only showing up.

That’s where the “buddy” comes in. Grab a friend, a family member, a coworker — anyone who’s willing to commit to the month alongside you. Motivate each other. Celebrate each other. Show up for each other.

Drinking Buddies 2025 expanded into water-rich foods, because staying hydrated is also about what’s on your plate.

Before making any sudden changes to your diet or water intake, please check in with your primary care physician to make sure this initiative is right for you.

We are mighty. We are well. Now let’s drink up — together.

Getting Started with Drinking Buddies on Band App

Find your buddy. Invite a friend, family member, coworker — anyone who’s ready to commit to the month alongside you. Can’t find a buddy?

Join our group, L. Bradley’s Drinking Buddies’ Band, on the band app and register with your phone number (so I know that you’re a real person)

Update your bio with how many ounces you plan to drink daily before exploring the group. That helps with accountability and sharing with others members what your goals are,

Once you’ve set your summer drinking goals, navigate to the challenge, which you can join beginning July 1, 2026.

NAVIGATING TO THE CHALLENGE 

From the main page, scroll to the far right of the menu and tap INFO

Scroll down to GROUP CHALLENGE and tap 2026 Drinking Buddies

Be sure to check in every day to build a better hydration habits!

Participating in Drinking Buddies offline? Here’s how it works:

Find your buddy. Invite a friend, family member, coworker — anyone who’s ready to commit to the month alongside you.

Set your goal. Before July 1, decide how many ounces of water you’ll aim to drink each day. Make it personal. Make it realistic. Make it yours.

Check in daily. Every morning, check in with your buddy or group. Share whether you met your goal or simply made the attempt. There is no winning or failing — only showing up.


Please check with your primary care physician before making any sudden changes to your diet or water intake.

Updated: June 30,2026