Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

16 October 2026

World Food Day

World Food Day 2026

Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow.

Forward-thinking solutions, combined with traditional knowledge and inclusive approaches, can help ensure that everyone has access to sufficient, diverse, safe, and nutritious foods, while safeguarding the planet for future generations.

World Food Day 2026
16/10/2026

Flagship events

Discover the programmes for the flagship events taking place at FAO headquarters in Rome during World Food Week.

World Food Day Poster Contest

Be creative. Be bold. Show us your vision of tomorrow!   

We want you to create a poster that shows what “Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow.” means to you. Show us how innovation - big or small, old or new - can help feed the world, protect the planet, and build a better future for everyone. 

To participate, you must be aged 5 - 19. The deadline for entries is 6 November 2026.

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Discover the Food and Agriculture Museum and Network

Spark your curiosity at FAO MuNe, where digital innovation, art, and food cultures blend to bring agrifood traditions to life. From artistic objects and immersive multimedia installations to live workshops, cooking labs and exhibits on rotation, there will always be something new to explore.

Learn more about FAO MuNe experiences and book your visit - we're waiting for you!

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Celebrating #FoodHeroes

Across the globe, women, men, boys and girls are supporting and empowering their communities through food action, making a positive impact even amidst global challenges.

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Across the world, people are unleashing their creativity and raising awareness about World Food Day. From marathons and hunger marches to exhibitions, cultural performances, contests, and concerts, people in nearly 150 countries join together in response to the global call for action. NGOs, journalists, governments, cities, civil society organizations, and individuals, including youth, seize this opportunity to unite and inspire meaningful change. 

Check out the wide variety of events taking place and discover the World Food Day Friends that lending their voices to show support! 

Keraniganj (Bangladesh)

World Food Day 2026 National Seminar on Innovation for Sustainable Agrifood Systems
15/10/2026

The national seminar in Dhaka will bring together government representatives, UN agencies, farmers, researchers and other stakeholders to explore...

Cairo (Egypt)

World Food Day 2026 Celebrating Partnerships to Innovate Today and Nourish Tomorrow
25/11/2026

The event will highlight innovation, food security and sustainable agribusiness in support of Egypt’s Decent Life Initiative.

Pretoria (South Africa)

Farmers' Day in celebration of World Food Day
15/10/2026

The interactive Farmers’ Day at the University of Pretoria will bring together local small-scale and emerging farmers, students, government representatives...

Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam)

World Food Day 2026: Honoring Outstanding Women in Agriculture and Advancing Sustainable Rice Production
14/10/2026

The conference in Viet Nam will celebrate World Food Day, honor 10 outstanding women in agrifood systems and rural development, and strengthen international...

Al Dhafra Region (United Arab Emirates)

Takween Al Ghurair Community Event Celebrates World Food Day 2026
16/10/2026

Goumbook and the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation will bring the community together to celebrate World Food Day through interactive activities, food...

World Food Day - It's your day!

Collective action across 150 countries worldwide, in up to 50 languages, is what makes World Food Day one of the most celebrated days of the UN calendar. Hundreds of events and outreach activities bring together governments, municipalities, businesses, CSOs, the media, the public, even youth. They promote worldwide awareness of hunger and promote action for the future of food, people and the planet. 

Together we can create a better, more sustainable food future for all. Make #WorldFoodDay YOUR day. Join the call by organizing an event or activity or show how you are taking action. 

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