Kinship Care Week
A UK week in early October that recognises relatives and friends who raise children when parents cannot.
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OrganiserKinship
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First held2017
About the day
Kinship Care Week is run by the charity Kinship. It raises awareness of kinship families and the support they need, and 2026 marked its tenth year, running 5 to 11 October.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 4 to 10 October 2027 | UK | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
| 2028 | 2 to 8 October 2028 | UK | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
| 2029 | 1 to 7 October 2029 | UK | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
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