Commonwealth Day
Commonwealth Day, on the second Monday in March, celebrates the 56 member countries of the Commonwealth.
- UK
- USA (not marked)
- International
OrganiserCommonwealth Secretariat
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First held1977
About the day
Commonwealth Day has been held on the same day across the Commonwealth since 1977, with a theme set each year. In the UK it is marked by a service at Westminster Abbey and flag-raising at town halls.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Monday 8 March 2027 | UK, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | Monday 13 March 2028 | UK, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2029 | Monday 12 March 2029 | UK, International | Set by a fixed rule |
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