World Lion Day
Held on 10 August, World Lion Day raises awareness of the decline of wild lions and gathers support for their conservation.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia (not marked)
- New Zealand (not marked)
- UAE and Gulf (not marked)
- International
OrganiserPanthera
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First heldNot known
About the day
The day is marked by lion conservation groups such as Panthera and the Lion Recovery Fund, which use it to share research and appeal for support for lion landscapes in Africa and India.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Tuesday 10 August 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Thursday 10 August 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Friday 10 August 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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