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World Egg Day
A day celebrating eggs and their role in nutrition, held on the second Friday in October.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia (not marked)
- New Zealand (not marked)
- International
OrganiserWorld Egg Organisation
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First held1996
About the day
The World Egg Organisation set up the day in Vienna in 1996. Egg producers and nutrition groups use it to share recipes and information.
2026 theme
Protein that Powers and Protects
The 2027 theme has not been announced yet.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Friday 8 October 2027 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | Friday 13 October 2028 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2029 | Friday 12 October 2029 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
Where this information comes from
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