Friendship Day is usually celebrated on the first Sunday of August in many countries, while the UN International Day of Friendship is on July 30. In 2026 , that means Friendship Day is August 2, 2026 , and International Day of Friendship is July 30, 2026.

Dates at a glance

  • National Friendship Day: first Sunday of August
  • International Day of Friendship: July 30

For 2026

  • Friendship Day: August 2, 2026
  • International Day of Friendship: July 30, 2026

Some countries, including India, commonly follow the August observance, while the UN date is used globally as the International Day of Friendship.