World Bee Day 2027
A UN day raising awareness of bees and other pollinators and their importance for food and biodiversity.
Quick facts
- Date
- May 20
- Day of the week
- Thursday in 2027
- Type
- International
- Observed in
- Global
- First observed
- 2017 (first observed 2018)
- Established by
- United Nations General Assembly, on a proposal by Slovenia
- Hashtag
- #WorldBeeDay
Overview
World Bee Day, on May 20, celebrates bees and other pollinators, which help produce a large share of the crops we eat. Pesticides, habitat loss and disease threaten many pollinator species.
History
May 20 is the birthday of Anton Janša (born 1734), a Slovenian pioneer of modern beekeeping. Slovenia proposed the day, and the UN General Assembly proclaimed it in December 2017.
How to celebrate
Plant bee-friendly flowers
Choose native, pesticide-free flowering plants.
Buy local honey
Support local beekeepers.
Wishes and messages
Greeting card
A 1080 × 1080 image, ready for WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram.
Social media captions
Save the bees. 🐝 #WorldBeeDay
World Bee Day dates
| Year | Date | Day of the week | Days from today |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | May 20 | Wednesday | Passed |
| 2027 | May 20 | Thursday | 198 |
| 2028 | May 20 | Saturday | 564 |
| 2029 | May 20 | Sunday | 929 |
| 2030 | May 20 | Monday | 1,294 |
| 2031 | May 20 | Tuesday | 1,659 |
Frequently asked questions
When is World Bee Day?
Every year on May 20.
Why May 20?
It is the birthday of the Slovenian beekeeping pioneer Anton Janša.
Last updated November 2, 2026