World Bee Day
World Bee Day on 20 May raises awareness of bees and other pollinators and the need to protect them and their habitats.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia (not marked)
- New Zealand (not marked)
- International
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Last checked19 October 2026
First held2018
About the day
The UN General Assembly proclaimed the day in 2017 and it was first held in 2018, with FAO leading it. The date is the birthday of Anton Jansa, a Slovenian pioneer of modern beekeeping born in 1734.
2026 theme
Bee together for people and the planet
The 2027 theme has not been announced yet.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Thursday 20 May 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Saturday 20 May 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Sunday 20 May 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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