World Kindness Day 2026
A day encouraging acts of kindness, big and small, between people everywhere.
Next date
Friday, November 13, 2026
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Quick facts
- Date
- November 13
- Day of the week
- Friday in 2026
- Type
- Awareness
- Observed in
- Global
- First observed
- 1998
- Established by
- World Kindness Movement
- Hashtag
- #WorldKindnessDay
Overview
World Kindness Day, on November 13, celebrates the simple power of kindness — helping a stranger, listening to a friend, or saying thank you.
History
The day was introduced in 1998 by the World Kindness Movement, a coalition of kindness organisations from several countries.
How to celebrate
1
Do three kind acts
Hold a door, pay a compliment, help a neighbour.
2
Write a thank-you note
Thank someone who helped you this year.
3
Pay it forward
Buy a coffee or meal for the next person in line.
Wishes and messages
Greeting card
Style
A 1080 × 1080 image, ready for WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram.
Social media captions
Kindness is contagious. 💗 #WorldKindnessDay
Choose kind.
World Kindness Day dates
| Year | Date | Day of the week | Days from today |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | November 13 | Friday | 11 |
| 2027 | November 13 | Saturday | 376 |
| 2028 | November 13 | Monday | 742 |
| 2029 | November 13 | Tuesday | 1,107 |
| 2030 | November 13 | Wednesday | 1,472 |
| 2031 | November 13 | Thursday | 1,837 |
Frequently asked questions
When is World Kindness Day?
Every year on November 13.
Last updated November 2, 2026