International Day of the Markhor
The International Day of the Markhor on 24 May raises awareness of a threatened wild mountain goat of Central and South Asia.
- 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 held2024
About the day
The UN General Assembly proclaimed the day, which was first marked in 2024. It encourages cooperation to protect the markhor and its mountain habitat.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Monday 24 May 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Wednesday 24 May 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Thursday 24 May 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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