Russian Language Day

Russian Language Day at the UN on 6 June celebrates Russian, one of the UN's six official languages, on the birthday of the poet Alexander Pushkin.

  • UK
  • USA
  • International
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Last checked19 October 2026
First held2010

About the day

The UN began its official language days in 2010. They promote multilingualism, cultural diversity and equal use of the six official languages.

Dates for the next three years

YearDateWhereStatus
2027Sunday 6 June 2027UK, USA, InternationalSame date every year
2028Tuesday 6 June 2028UK, USA, InternationalSame date every year
2029Wednesday 6 June 2029UK, USA, InternationalSame date every year

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