Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

16 October 2025

World Food Day

Grand opening of the Food and Agriculture Museum and Network 

Get ready for a new immersive educational journey, launching on 16 October at FAO headquarters in Rome! Through food cultures, art, science and innovation, the Food and Agriculture Museum and Network brings FAO’s vision of a food-secure world to life for global visitors, in-person and online.  

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World Food Day ceremony 

Don’t miss out on the World Food Day global ceremony that will mark FAO’s 80th anniversary on 16 October at FAO headquarters. This year's theme, "Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future," builds on hundreds of events and outreach activities worldwide that call for action throughout the month of October. 

The Director-General of FAO will be joined by the heads of the Rome-based UN agencies and special guests.

World Food Day talks

On 16 October in the afternoon, the World Food Day talks “FoodS FutureS: Conversations for a Better World” will spotlight the future of food and agriculture through the lens of FAO’s Four Betters. This fast-paced, Davos-style global talk series will feature a dynamic mix of FAO’s Core Leaders with chefs, activists, policymakers, influencers and thought leaders - bridging grassroots ideas and global action.  

Junior World Food Day

Calling all students from ages 9-14! Mark your calendars for an exciting event on 17 October with special guests including youth activists, athletes, influencers and innovators. Join an inspiring conversation about food packed with stories, music, art and dance.

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World Food Day around the world

Around the globe, far and wide, join the World Food Day call to action with hundreds of events, from marathons and hunger marches to exhibitions, cultural performances, and concerts, all taking place in up to 150 countries. 

Our World Food Day friends are bringing fresh ideas and spreading the message too! Don’t miss your chance to get involved—post your event on the Events map and use our free materials to amplify your impact. 

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Awareness and Kitchen Garden Demonstration Program
16/10/2025 - 16/10/2025

'Awareness and Kitchen Garden Demonstration Program' on the occasion of the World Food Day 2025, "Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future”....

Paraguay (Paraguay)

World Food Day Activities Began in Paraguay
01/10/2025 - 16/10/2025

The celebrations of World Food Day, observed annually on 16 October, have begun in Paraguay with the presentation of the 2025 activity schedule. 

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