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International Day of Peace
The International Day of Peace on 21 September promotes peace as a human right and calls for a day of non-violence and ceasefire.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia (not marked)
- New Zealand (not marked)
- International
OrganiserUnited Nations General Assembly
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Last checked19 October 2026
First held1981
About the day
The UN General Assembly established the day in 1981, and in 2001 set it as a day of global ceasefire and non-violence.
2026 theme
Invest in Peace: For Everyone, Everywhere, Every Day
The 2027 theme has not been announced yet.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Tuesday 21 September 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Thursday 21 September 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Friday 21 September 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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