Awareness Environment
International Day of the Tropics
The International Day of the Tropics on 29 June highlights the diverse ecosystems and cultures of tropical regions and the challenges they face.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia (not marked)
- New Zealand (not marked)
- International
OrganiserUnited Nations General Assembly
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First held2016
About the day
The UN General Assembly proclaimed the day in 2016. The date marks the launch of the first State of the Tropics report in 2014.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Tuesday 29 June 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Thursday 29 June 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Friday 29 June 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
Where this information comes from
Spotted a mistake? If you run this day, claim it to correct it.