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International Project Management Day

Every year on November 5, the deadline heroes take a bow. International Project Management Day honors the planners, schedulers, and steady-handed leaders who turn ambitious ideas into finished projects, on time and on budget.

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Thursday, November 5Every year on November 5

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Roots: Founded in 2004 by E. Laverne Johnson, Lori Milhaven, and the IIL team
Also on Nov 5: World Tsunami Awareness Day · International Stout Day · Cash Back Day
Hashtag: #InternationalProjectManagementDay

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3 ways to celebrate

AT WORK OR SCHOOL

Thank a Project Manager

Write a quick note, give a shoutout in a team meeting, or nominate your favorite PM for recognition. A little appreciation goes a long way for the people who quietly keep everything moving.

IN THE COMMUNITY

Join the Global Conversation

Tune in to the annual online conference, attend a local workshop or seminar, and share what you learn with #ProjectManagementDay. Even one new technique can transform your next project.

WITH FRIENDS

Host a Project Movie Night

Gather the team for a film that shows project management in action, like Apollo 13, Ocean's 11, or Back to the Future. Debate the best on-screen plan afterward. Popcorn required.

Plan ahead

International Project Management Day is observed on the first Thursday in November. Here is where it lands for the next ten years, handy for planners, marketers and party people.

2026Thu, Nov 5this year

2027Thu, Nov 4

2028Thu, Nov 2

2029Thu, Nov 1

2030Thu, Nov 7

2031Thu, Nov 6

2032Thu, Nov 4

2033Thu, Nov 3

2034Thu, Nov 2

2035Thu, Nov 1

2036Thu, Nov 6

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