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Dates of World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day
2026 InternationalMay 8
International Fri, May 8Observances Holiday
2025 InternationalMay 8
International Thu, May 8Observances Holiday
2024 InternationalMay 8
International Wed, May 8Observances Holiday
2023 InternationalMay 8
International Mon, May 8Observances Holiday
2022 InternationalMay 8
International Sun, May 8Observances Holiday
Summary
Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day.
World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day is an annual celebration of the principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. It is observed every year on May 8th to remember the world's first recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize.

The day is the birth anniversary of the founder of the Red Cross and International Committee of the Red Cross, Henry Dunant. Dunant was born in Geneva on May 8th, 1828.

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