International Day of the World's Indigenous People 2027
International Day of the World's Indigenous People 2027 is on Monday, August 9, 2027 (in 301 days). It is observed every year on August 9 and recognized by the United Nations. It is not a federal holiday in the United States.
- Date
- Monday, August 9, 2027
- Countdown
- In 301 days
- Federal holiday
- No
- Date rule
- August 9 (fixed date)
- Possible dates
- Always August 9; only the weekday changes
- Next occurrence
- Wednesday, August 9, 2028
International Day of the World's Indigenous People dates by year
| Year | Date | Weekday | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | August 9, 2026 | Sunday | 64 days ago |
| 2027 | August 9, 2027 | Monday | in 301 days |
| 2028 | August 9, 2028 | Wednesday | in 21 months |
| 2029 | August 9, 2029 | Thursday | in 2 years |
| 2030 | August 9, 2030 | Friday | in 3 years |
| 2031 | August 9, 2031 | Saturday | in 4 years |
| 2032 | August 9, 2032 | Monday | in 5 years |
| 2033 | August 9, 2033 | Tuesday | in 6 years |
| 2034 | August 9, 2034 | Wednesday | in 7 years |
| 2035 | August 9, 2035 | Thursday | in 8 years |
Dates are calculated from the rule shown above, not copied from a list, so they stay correct for any year. See everything else happening that month in the calendar for August 2027.
The date of the International Day of the World's Indigenous People
The day is fixed on August 9, so only the weekday changes. The UN General Assembly decided in 1994 to observe it every year, during the first International Decade of the World's Indigenous People. August 9 marks the date of the first meeting of the UN Working Group on Indigenous Populations in 1982. In 2028 the day is on Wednesday, August 9, 2028.
What the day is for
According to the United Nations, there are about 476 million Indigenous people in more than 90 countries. The day draws attention to their rights, languages and cultures, and each year the UN selects a theme.
Related observances in the United States
In the United States the main observances are different. Many states and cities mark Indigenous Peoples' Day on the second Monday of October, the same day as the federal Columbus Day, and November is National Native American Heritage Month, as proclaimed by Congress and the President each year. The UN day on August 9 is not a federal or state holiday, and offices and schools are open.
International standards for Indigenous rights
The UN General Assembly adopted the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples on September 13, 2007. The declaration is not legally binding, but it sets out rights to culture, language, land and self-determination. The United States was one of four countries that voted against it in 2007, with Australia, Canada and New Zealand, and announced its support in December 2010. The UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, created in 2000, meets every year at UN headquarters in New York.
Languages and tribes in the United States
The United Nations has proclaimed 2022 to 2032 the International Decade of Indigenous Languages because many Indigenous languages are at risk of disappearing. In the United States, more than 570 tribes are federally recognized, and each is a sovereign nation with its own government. The Bureau of Indian Affairs publishes the official list, and the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian, in Washington, D.C. and New York City, offers exhibits and online resources.
Frequently asked questions about International Day of the World's Indigenous People
When is International Day of the World's Indigenous People 2027?
International Day of the World's Indigenous People 2027 is on Monday, August 9, 2027.
When is International Day of the World's Indigenous People 2028?
International Day of the World's Indigenous People 2028 is on Wednesday, August 9, 2028.
Is the International Day of the World's Indigenous People the same as Indigenous Peoples' Day?
No. Indigenous Peoples' Day in the United States is held on the second Monday of October in many states and cities. The UN day is on August 9 every year.
Is August 9 a holiday in the U.S.?
No. It is a UN observance, and it is not a federal or state holiday.
How many Indigenous people are there in the world?
The United Nations estimates about 476 million people in more than 90 countries.