Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

16 October 2026

World Food Day

26/10

2026

Dushanbe (Tajikistan), 26/10/2026

The donors’ meeting in Tajikistan will bring together development partners, government institutions, UN agencies and the private sector to explore how innovation and investment can advance sustainable and inclusive agrifood systems.

15/10

2026

Thành phố Huế (Vietnam), 15/10/2026

Alba Wellness Valley by Fusion will mark World Food Day with a healthy staff lunch promoting nutritious food, well-being and healthier eating habits.

15/10

2026

Dushanbe (Tajikistan), 15/10/2026

The radio programme will explore how innovation, science and traditional knowledge can transform agrifood systems, promote healthier diets and strengthen food security for all.

15/10

2026

Dushanbe (Tajikistan), 15/10/2026

Students will explore the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of agrifood systems and discuss how young people can contribute to sustainable food security and nutrition.

23/10

2026

Dushanbe (Tajikistan), 23/10/2026

The main World Food Day event in Tajikistan will highlight innovative solutions, successful partnerships and the role of women and youth in transforming agrifood systems.

14/10

2026

19/10

2026

Dushanbe (Tajikistan), 14/10/2026 - 19/10/2026

A World Food Day video spot will be broadcast on digital screens across Tajikistan to raise awareness of the role of different actors in building resilient and sustainable agrifood systems.

14/10

2026

Saint George's (Grenada), 14/10/2026

The youth panel discussion in Saint George’s, Grenada will explore opportunities for Musa crops, from production and innovation to value-added products and their contribution to sustainable agriculture and food security.

12/10

2026

18/10

2026

Vietnam (Vietnam), 12/10/2026 - 18/10/2026

Thanks to the support of Goldsun Media and Focus Media Vietnam, the World Food Day promo video will be aired across Viet Nam on thousands of indoor and outdoor LCD and LED screens.

16/10

2026

Saint George's (Grenada), 16/10/2026

The Grand Exhibition and Cultural Show in Saint George’s, Grenada will bring the community together to celebrate local food, agriculture, innovation and cultural traditions through exhibitions, performances and community activities.

21/10

2026

Udaipur (India), 21/10/2026

The food-product competition will challenge students to turn food waste and underutilized food parts into creative, nutritious and value-added products.

15/10

2026

İzmir (Türkiye), 15/10/2026

The İzmir Provincial Directorate of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry and the Federation of Food and Beverage Industry Associations of Türkiye (TGDF), in collaboration with FAO, will highlight the role of innovation in transforming agrifood systems and advancing a sustainable food future.

19/10

2026

Nevşehir (Türkiye), 19/10/2026

The World Food Day event will explore the connections between biodiversity, local food systems, food culture and sustainable agrifood systems in Cappadocia.

22/10

2026

Bursa (Türkiye), 22/10/2026

The World Food Day event will bring together the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), HEKTAŞ and students from Bursa Uludağ University to explore innovation and the transformation of agrifood systems in the lead-up to COP31.

25/10

2026

Ankara (Türkiye), 25/10/2026

This FAO Talks event will bring together academia, the private sector, farmers and FAO to discuss innovation and knowledge for sustainable agrifood systems.

16/10

2026

Greensboro (United States), 16/10/2026

Sunshine Creations will mark World Food Day 2026 through Hockey for Hunger, bringing the community together to raise awareness and support local families facing food insecurity.

2/10

2026

El Salvador (El Salvador), 02/10/2026

FAO El Salvador accompanied workshops for the Red de Jóvenes de Conectados por la Seguridad Alimentaria y Nutricionalde la región paracentral, a platform led by the Ministry of Health and the Office of the First Lady, promoting healthy eating habits among young people.

Through practical and participatory activities, participants stren...

5/10

2026

Accra (Ghana), 05/10/2026

Today in Accra, FAO Ghana launched the countdown to #WorldFoodDay2026 under the theme “Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow.” Partners & media explored how innovation, partnerships & responsible choices can build a more resilient food future for #Ghana.

12/10

2026

Phillip's Village (Saint Kitts and Nevis), 12/10/2026

The Ministry of Agriculture will bring together farmers, innovators, entrepreneurs and stakeholders to explore innovative solutions for a more resilient and sustainable food system.

18/10

2026

Castries (Saint Lucia), 18/10/2026

The Odsan IRDC will host a family-friendly celebration featuring local food, farmers and agro-processors, cultural displays, live entertainment and activities for children.

7/10

2026

Geneva (Switzerland), 07/10/2026

The FAO Liaison Office in Geneva, together with the Federal Office for Agriculture of Switzerland (FOAG) and Agroscope, warmly invites you to celebrate World Food Day 2026.

Under the global theme “Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow.”, this year’s celebration in Geneva will focus on “From Science to Solutions in Agrifood Systems”, highlighting the role of science, technology and innovation ...