World Poetry Day

March 21, Thursday

World Poetry Day is celebrated annually on March 21. This day was proclaimed by UNESCO in 1999 at the 30th session of the General Conference, in recognition of the importance of poetry as one of the key forms of cultural expression and identity of humanity. Poetry reflects the diversity of human emotions, ideas and culture, uniting people through words.

Goals of World Poetry Day
Support for linguistic diversity. The holiday emphasizes the importance of preserving and supporting the diversity of languages, especially those that are in danger of disappearing. Poetry helps to preserve the cultural heritage of peoples through language.

Promotion of poetic genres. World Poetry Day aims to revive interest in traditional and contemporary forms of poetic creativity, inspiring people to read, write and perform poetry.

Integration of poetry into public life. Poetry has a powerful unifying effect and can be used to solve social and cultural problems. Poetry Day is designed to return it to a more important place in educational systems and the cultural life of societies.

Recognition of the role of poets. The holiday also aims to highlight the contribution of poets to the development of cultural and social values, their role in shaping public opinion and reflecting the spiritual and intellectual quest of society.

How is World Poetry Day celebrated
Poetry readings. Many countries organize public poetry readings, where both famous poets and amateurs can perform their works in front of an audience.

Literary festivals and competitions. Literary festivals are held where participants can not only read poems, but also take part in creative workshops, discussions and meetings with authors.

Educational events. Lectures and lessons on the history of poetry, its various genres and stylistic trends are held in schools, universities and other educational institutions. Students can create their own works.

Poetry publication and distribution. The holiday promotes the publication of new poetry collections and the distribution of poetry through the Internet and printed media.

Social Media Activity: On this day, poets, poetry lovers, and literary communities actively share poems on social media under special hashtags such as #WorldPoetryDay, promoting creativity and supporting dialogue about the role of poetry in the modern world.

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World Poetry Day in other years

2021 March 21, Sunday
2022 March 21, Monday
2023 March 21, Tuesday
2025 March 21, Friday

World Poetry Day in other countries