World Turtle Day
A day dedicated to protecting turtles and tortoises and their disappearing habitats.
1 min read · Fact-checked · Updated for 2027
About World Turtle Day
World Turtle Day was founded in 2000 by American Tortoise Rescue and is celebrated on May 23rd. Turtles are among the oldest reptile groups — older than snakes and crocodiles — yet more than half of all species are threatened by habitat loss, the pet trade and plastic pollution. The day encourages conservation action, from beach cleanups to protecting nesting sites.
Read more on WikipediaWhen is World Turtle Day?
World Turtle Day is celebrated every year on May 23. Upcoming dates:
| Year | Date | Day of week | |
|---|---|---|---|
| World Turtle Day 2027 | May 23, 2027 | Sunday🎉 weekend | View date → |
| World Turtle Day 2028 | May 23, 2028 | Tuesday | View date → |
| World Turtle Day 2029 | May 23, 2029 | Wednesday | View date → |
| World Turtle Day 2030 | May 23, 2030 | Thursday | View date → |
| World Turtle Day 2031 | May 23, 2031 | Friday | View date → |
How to Celebrate World Turtle Day
- 🎯Learn one new fact about the cause behind World Turtle Day and share it.
- 💡Donate to or volunteer with an organization working on this issue year-round.
- 📣Post with #WorldTurtleDay to help the message travel further.
Official hashtag: #WorldTurtleDay
Frequently Asked Questions
When is World Turtle Day 2027?
World Turtle Day 2027 is on Sunday, May 23, 2027.
How many days until World Turtle Day?
There are 314 days until World Turtle Day (May 23, 2027).
What category is World Turtle Day?
World Turtle Day is categorized as a Awareness event.
Is World Turtle Day a public holiday?
World Turtle Day is an observance day, not typically a public holiday. Check your country's official calendar for local public holidays.
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