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World Religion Day

Every year on January 17, people of every faith pause to consider what unites them. World Religion Day is an invitation to look past differences and honor the harmony at the heart of the world's religions. It is a day for dialogue, respect, and the shared hope that understanding can unite humanity.

JAN17

Sunday, January 17Third Sunday in January

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Roots: Initiated in 1950 by the National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá'ís of the United States (announced in 1949).
Also on Jan 17: World Snow Day
Hashtag: #WorldReligionDay

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3 ways to celebrate

IN THE COMMUNITY

Attend an interfaith gathering

Look for a World Religion Day discussion, panel, or service near you and go with an open mind and a listening heart.

AT HOME

Learn a new tradition

Read about a faith tradition different from your own and reflect on the values it shares with yours.

WITH FRIENDS

Start a respectful conversation

Ask someone what their faith means to them and truly listen; understanding grows one honest conversation at a time.

Plan ahead

World Religion Day is observed on the third Sunday in January. Here is where it lands for the next ten years, handy for planners, marketers and party people.

2026Sun, Jan 18this year

2027Sun, Jan 17

2028Sun, Jan 16

2029Sun, Jan 21

2030Sun, Jan 20

2031Sun, Jan 19

2032Sun, Jan 18

2033Sun, Jan 16

2034Sun, Jan 15

2035Sun, Jan 21

2036Sun, Jan 20

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