World Rhino Day
A day for the five rhino species — fewer than 27,000 remain in the wild.
1 min read · Fact-checked · Updated for 2026
About World Rhino Day
World Rhino Day has been celebrated on September 22nd since 2010. It advocates for all five rhino species — white, black, Indian, Javan and Sumatran — of which the last two number only in the dozens. Poaching for horns remains the greatest threat; the day supports rangers, sanctuaries and demand-reduction campaigns.
Read more on WikipediaWhen is World Rhino Day?
World Rhino Day is celebrated every year on September 22. Upcoming dates:
| Year | Date | Day of week | |
|---|---|---|---|
| World Rhino Day 2026 | September 22, 2026 | Tuesday | View date → |
| World Rhino Day 2027 | September 22, 2027 | Wednesday | View date → |
| World Rhino Day 2028 | September 22, 2028 | Friday | View date → |
| World Rhino Day 2029 | September 22, 2029 | Saturday🎉 weekend | View date → |
| World Rhino Day 2030 | September 22, 2030 | Sunday🎉 weekend | View date → |
How to Celebrate World Rhino Day
- 🎯Learn one new fact about the cause behind World Rhino Day and share it.
- 💡Donate to or volunteer with an organization working on this issue year-round.
- 📣Post with #WorldRhinoDay to help the message travel further.
Official hashtag: #WorldRhinoDay
Frequently Asked Questions
When is World Rhino Day 2026?
World Rhino Day 2026 is on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.
How many days until World Rhino Day?
There are 71 days until World Rhino Day (September 22, 2026).
What category is World Rhino Day?
World Rhino Day is categorized as a Awareness event.
Is World Rhino Day a public holiday?
World Rhino Day is an observance day, not typically a public holiday. Check your country's official calendar for local public holidays.
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