International Childhood Cancer Day

Held on 15 February each year to raise awareness of cancer in children and teenagers and the support they and their families need.

  • UK
  • USA
  • Ireland (not marked)
  • Canada
  • Australia (not marked)
  • New Zealand (not marked)
  • International
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Last checked19 October 2026
First held2002

About the day

The day was launched in 2002 by Childhood Cancer International and is backed by SIOP and the World Health Organization. It highlights the survival gap between richer and poorer countries.

Dates for the next three years

YearDateWhereStatus
2027Monday 15 February 2027UK, USA, International, CanadaSame date every year
2028Tuesday 15 February 2028UK, USA, International, CanadaSame date every year
2029Thursday 15 February 2029UK, USA, International, CanadaSame date every year

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