OrganiserBreast Cancer Now
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First held1985
About the day
The first campaign ran in the US in 1985 and the pink ribbon became its symbol in 1992. In the UK, Breast Cancer Now runs activity including Wear It Pink, and WHO marks it globally.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 to 31 October 2026 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2027 | 1 to 31 October 2027 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | 1 to 31 October 2028 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
Where this information comes from
- Breast Cancer Now, Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2026
- WHO, Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2026
- National Breast Cancer Foundation
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