National Turkey Lovers’ Day is the third Sunday in June (June 17TH) and a day to enjoy turkey in one of its many forms. With turkey being enjoyed more often in the spring and summer than ever before, it is the established year round meat because of its versatility. Ground turkey, turkey tenderloin, turkey sausage and turkey bacon are popular ways to enjoy this delicious meat. Summertime grilling includes turkey burgers, turkey drumsticks, turkey breast and turkey hot dogs. Turkey roasting on the barbeque.