Awareness Health

Dry January

A UK challenge run by Alcohol Change UK that asks people to give up alcohol for the whole of January.

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Last checked19 October 2026
First held2013

About the day

Alcohol Change UK created and runs the Dry January challenge, which began in 2013. Participants get a free app, daily emails and an online community. The charity says it is not suitable for people who are dependent on alcohol.

Dates for the next three years

YearDateWhereStatus
20271 to 31 January 2027UKSet by a fixed rule
20281 to 31 January 2028UKSet by a fixed rule
20291 to 31 January 2029UKSet by a fixed rule

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