International Stout Day
International Stout Day is held on the first Thursday of November, when breweries, pubs and beer fans around the world mark dark beers.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia (not marked)
- New Zealand (not marked)
- UAE and Gulf (not marked)
- International
About the day
International Stout Day falls on the first Thursday of November each year, which is 5 November in 2026 and 4 November in 2027. It was first celebrated in 2011 and its creator is not known.
Breweries and pubs use the day to promote stouts, which range from coffee and chocolate flavours to vanilla and oat styles. In 2025 Isle of Wight food media marked the day on 6 November by featuring local brewery stouts.
It suits breweries, pubs and bars, beer retailers, hospitality groups and food and drink media.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Thursday 5 November 2026 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2027 | Thursday 4 November 2027 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | Thursday 2 November 2028 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
Sectors this day suits
Types of business that could link their activity to this day.
- Breweries
- Pubs and bars
- Beer retail
- Hospitality
- Drinks distribution
- Food and drink media
Questions and answers
When is International Stout Day 2026?
International Stout Day 2026 is on Thursday 5 November 2026. The date follows the same rule every year.
Who organises International Stout Day?
International Stout Day has no single organiser. Many organisations mark it independently.
When did International Stout Day start?
International Stout Day was first held in 2011.
Where is International Stout Day marked?
International Stout Day is marked in the UK and the USA, and internationally.
Where do these details come from?
We checked these details against two sources, including Time and Date: International Stout Day. They were last checked on 28 October 2026.
Where this information comes from
- Time and Date: International Stout Day
- Taste of the Wight: Isle of Wight stout for International Stout Day
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