When is International Cat Day 2027?

International Cat Day is always 8 August. It is a worldwide awareness day focused on cats and their welfare.

The day was created in 2002 by the International Fund for Animal Welfare. Since 2020 it has been managed by International Cat Care, a charity registered in England and Wales.

It is an awareness day rather than a public holiday, so normal work and school schedules are unaffected.

International Cat DayAlways 8 August · not a public holiday

Created2002, by IFAW

Run byInternational Cat Care

Similar cat awareness days

International Cat Day on 8 August is separate from the UK National Black Cat Day on 27 October and the American Black Cat Appreciation Day on 17 August. The names are similar, but they are different observances.

Frequently asked questions

What date is International Cat Day?

It is always 8 August.

Who runs International Cat Day?

International Cat Care has managed the day since 2020. It was created by the International Fund for Animal Welfare in 2002.

Is International Cat Day a bank holiday?

No. It is an awareness day, not a public holiday.

Is it the same as National Black Cat Day?

No. National Black Cat Day is a separate UK awareness day held on 27 October.

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