Held on : 21st September
International Day of Peace is celebrated on September 21 each year. It is celebrated to recognize the efforts of those who have worked hard to end conflict and promote peace. International Day of Peace was established in 1981 by a UN resolution. It was established to coincide with the opening of the UN General Assembly. The first Peace Day was celebrated in 1982 and was held on the third Tuesday of September each year until 2002, when September 21 became the permanent date for the International Day of Peace. The assembly decided in 2001 that the International Day of Peace should be annually observed on September 21 starting from 2002. By setting a fixed date for the International Day of Peace, the assembly declared that the day should be observed as a day of global ceasefire and non-violence.
People from all over the globe world take part in various activities and organize events centered on the theme of Peace. Events vary from private gatherings to public concerts and forums involving large audiences. Other activities include lighting candles, peace prayers, tree planting for peace, art exhibitions promoting peace, peace walks etc.
Alternate Name - The United Nations' International Day of Peace, Peace Day
Holiday Status - It is not a holiday
