International Bat Night
A celebration of bats on the last full weekend of August, with bat walks and talks across Europe and the UK.
- UK
- USA (not marked)
- International
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Last checked19 October 2026
First held1997
About the day
International Bat Night is organised through Eurobats and has been held since 1997 in more than 30 countries. In the UK the Bat Conservation Trust and local bat groups run evening events. In 2026 it fell on 29 to 30 August.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 28 to 29 August 2027 | UK, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | 26 to 27 August 2028 | UK, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2029 | 25 to 26 August 2029 | UK, International | Set by a fixed rule |
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