When is World Athletics Day?

World Athletics Day is celebrated globally in May each year to raise awareness among children and young people about the importance of fitness and encourage them to play sports, especially athletics.

 

The day was first introduced in 1996 by the International Amateur Athletic Federation (IAAF)—now known as World Athletics—the international governing body for athletics.

World Athletics Day is celebrated globally in May each year to raise awareness among children and young people about the importance of fitness and encourage them to play sports, especially athletics.

In 2021, World Athletics Day was celebrated on May 7. But, the date is subject to change and