Born on June 11
International Day of Play
Put the phone down. Go and play.
Next: June 11, 2027
Where it comes from
The International Day of Play is one of the UN's newest days. On 25 March 2024 the UN General Assembly adopted resolution 78/268 without a vote, proclaiming 11 June a day to celebrate play.
How it's celebrated
UNICEF shares ideas and guides for parents on playing with their children, including how to keep play safe when it happens online, and schools, parks and community groups around the world hold play events.
Did you know
Article 31 of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child recognises play as a right of every child.
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Gemini · May 21 – June 20 · Air sign
Curious and chatty, always with two ideas on the go.