International Day of Action for Rivers
Held on 14 March, when communities around the world take action to protect rivers and the people who depend on them.
- UK
- USA
- International
OrganiserInternational Rivers
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Last checked19 October 2026
First held1997
About the day
The day was adopted in March 1997 at the first International Meeting of People Affected by Dams in Curitiba, Brazil. International Rivers gathers event listings and reports, and the 2026 edition was the 29th.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday 14 March 2027 | International, USA, UK | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Tuesday 14 March 2028 | International, USA, UK | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Wednesday 14 March 2029 | International, USA, UK | Same date every year |
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