World Plant Milk Day
World Plant Milk Day, held every 22 August since 2017, encourages people to try plant-based milks made from oats, soya, nuts and other crops.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia (not marked)
- New Zealand (not marked)
- UAE and Gulf (not marked)
- International
About the day
World Plant Milk Day takes place on 22 August each year. Its official site says it has been held on that date since 2017.
The site offers a free 7-Day Plant Milk Challenge, recipes and tips for switching, along with material on the health, animal welfare and environmental side of plant milk.
The day suits dairy-free and plant-based food and drink brands, cafes and coffee chains, supermarkets, health food retailers and sustainability campaigns.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday 22 August 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Tuesday 22 August 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Wednesday 22 August 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
Sectors this day suits
Types of business that could link their activity to this day.
- Food and drink manufacturing
- Cafes and coffee shops
- Supermarkets and grocery
- Health food retail
- Hospitality
- Sustainability
Questions and answers
When is World Plant Milk Day 2027?
World Plant Milk Day 2027 is on Sunday 22 August 2027. It falls on the same date every year.
Who organises World Plant Milk Day?
World Plant Milk Day has no single organiser. Many organisations mark it independently.
When did World Plant Milk Day start?
World Plant Milk Day was first held in 2017.
Where is World Plant Milk Day marked?
World Plant Milk Day is marked in the UK and the USA, and internationally.
Where do these details come from?
We checked these details against one source, including World Plant Milk Day: home page. They were last checked on 28 October 2026.
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