Awareness Health
World Polio Day
World Polio Day on 24 October each year marks progress towards ending polio and raises funds for vaccination.
- UK
- USA
- International
OrganiserRotary International
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First heldNot known
About the day
World Polio Day is led by Rotary, which has campaigned to end polio for decades with partners in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative. Rotary clubs in the UK and around the world hold events to raise awareness and money.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday 24 October 2026 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2027 | Sunday 24 October 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Tuesday 24 October 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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