International Nurses Day
A global day on 12 May, Florence Nightingale's birthday, recognising the work of nurses.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia (not marked)
- New Zealand (not marked)
- UAE and Gulf
- International
OrganiserInternational Council of Nurses
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First heldNot known
About the day
The International Council of Nurses leads the day and sets a theme each year. The 2026 theme was Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowered Nurses Save Lives.
2026 theme
Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowered Nurses Save Lives
The 2027 theme has not been announced yet.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Wednesday 12 May 2027 | UK, USA, International, UAE and Gulf | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Friday 12 May 2028 | UK, USA, International, UAE and Gulf | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Saturday 12 May 2029 | UK, USA, International, UAE and Gulf | Same date every year |
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