- By Bornika Das
- Wed, 30 Jul 2025 12:18 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
International Friendship Day 2025: Friendship is one of the cherished bonds that people make in their lifetime, often providing a safe space where they can be themselves and live life to the fullest. Friendship has no age, culture and borders. International Friendship Day is the celebration of this special bond, which honours the priceless relationship among you and your friends and also expresses gratitude towards them. This connection adds joy, support and meaning to the lives of the people. Friends are those who give each other strength to navigate all ups and downs, including successes and failures. International Friendship Day is celebrated on July 30 annually. Here’s everything you need to know about International Friendship Day - its date, history, significance and celebration.
International Friendship Day 2025: Date
International Friendship Day 2025 falls on July 30 and is recognised by the UN. The Friendship Day date differs from country to country. In India, Friendship Day is celebrated on the first Sunday in August. India will celebrate Friendship Day 2025 on August 3. Though not a public holiday, people mark the occasion by exchanging warm messages, spending time with friends, and celebrating the spirit of unity.
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International Friendship Day: History And Significance
World Friendship Day was first proposed in 1958 by the World Friendship Crusade, a civil organisation based in Paraguay. The UN General Assembly formally declared July 30 to be International Friendship Day in 2011.
International Friendship lies in the goal to encourage peace-building efforts and strengthen bonds between individuals and communities, irrespective of their background. The UN, particularly, encourage the involvement of youth, believing young people can foster a culture of respect and diversity, paving the way for a more inclusive and peaceful world.
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International Friendship Day 2025: Celebration
One of the traditional ritualistic practices of Friendship Day is grift friendship bands to friends. Also, you can present a greeting card by writing a heartfelt note for your friend. Besides, to strengthen a solid and encouraging network of friends, people also share time together, plan activities and exchange gifts.