About International Coffee Day
International Coffee Day is celebrated around the world on October 1, a day for coffee lovers to raise a cup to their favourite drink — and to recognise the millions of farmers and workers who grow and harvest it. The official global date was launched by the International Coffee Organization in 2015, uniting dozens of national coffee days that had sprung up around the world into a single worldwide celebration.
Cafés, roasters and coffee chains mark the day with free cups, discounts, tastings and new blends, while festivals and brewing demonstrations spotlight everything from espresso and pour-over to cold brew and latte art. The day also carries a serious message, drawing attention to fair pay, sustainability and the climate challenges facing the coffee-growing communities behind every cup.
International Coffee Day always falls on October 1, so the counter above counts down to the next one automatically. Whether you are planning a café promotion, a tasting event or simply a very good cup, add International Coffee Day to your own countdown page and count down to the world's favourite brew.
Upcoming dates
| 2026 | Thursday, October 1, 2026next |
| 2027 | Friday, October 1, 2027 |
| 2028 | Sunday, October 1, 2028 |
| 2029 | Monday, October 1, 2029 |
| 2030 | Tuesday, October 1, 2030 |
FAQ
When is International Coffee Day?
International Coffee Day is celebrated on October 1 each year. The countdown above shows the exact days, hours and minutes until the next one.
Why is International Coffee Day celebrated?
It honours the world's favourite brew and the farmers and workers who grow it, while highlighting fair trade and sustainability in the coffee industry.
How is International Coffee Day marked?
Cafés and roasters offer free cups, discounts, tastings and new blends, alongside festivals, brewing demos and latte-art events worldwide.
Who created International Coffee Day?
The International Coffee Organization launched the official global date on October 1, 2015, unifying many existing national coffee days.