International Day of Cooperatives
The International Day of Cooperatives, on the first Saturday of July, celebrates member-owned businesses and their role in fair and inclusive economies.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia (not marked)
- New Zealand (not marked)
- International
OrganiserUnited Nations General Assembly
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
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About the day
The UN General Assembly proclaimed the day, and the UN marked it on 4 July in 2026. Cooperatives are owned and run by their members, and the day highlights their role in jobs, poverty reduction and social inclusion.
2026 theme
Cooperatives for a Peaceful World
The 2027 theme has not been announced yet.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday 3 July 2027 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | Saturday 1 July 2028 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2029 | Saturday 7 July 2029 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
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