Commonwealth Day 2025

Commonwealth Day is an annual celebration observed by millions across the Commonwealth in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean and Americas, the Pacific and Europe.

Commonwealth Day 2025

Commonwealth Day 2025 will be celebrated across the Commonwealth on Monday 10 March with events and activities taking place throughout March, including civic and faith gatherings, school assemblies, debates, flag-raising ceremonies and cultural celebrations.

This year also marks the 60th anniversary of the Commonwealth Secretariat, the executive arm of the association.

For press enquiries, please contact our media team

Commonwealth Day theme

This year’s theme, ‘Together We Thrive’, celebrates the enduring spirit of the Commonwealth family – 56 independent member countries united by shared values enshrined in the Commonwealth Charter.

Rooted in the principles of family, unity and peace, the theme highlights the importance of fostering strong and connected communities that support and empower their members, enabling meaningful progress.

Download theme resources

Schedule

A full schedule of events and activities will be made available soon.

In London, the Commonwealth Secretariat will host a reception welcoming representatives from across the member states, and a vibrant multi-faith service at Westminster Abbey will celebrate the diversity and unity of the Commonwealth.

The service will be broadcast live from Westminster Abbey on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, and on the BBC's YouTube channel.

Resources

Below you will find sample posts and links to share on social media, to support us in celebrating Commonwealth Day 2025.

In all posts, please include the hashtag #CommonwealthDay.

Key accounts

Commonwealth Secretariat accounts:

The Rt Hon Patricia Scotland KC, Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, accounts:

X posts

📢 Commonwealth Day is being celebrated today with activities across the #Commonwealth.

#CommonwealthDay is observed annually by the 56 member countries in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean and Americas, the Pacific & Europe.

Facebook and LinkedIn post

📢 Join me in celebrating Commonwealth Day 2025 today!

#CommonwealthDay is an annual celebration observed by people across the 56 member countries in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean and Americas, the Pacific and Europe.

Read more here: http://ow.ly/jxVw50DGBa5&nbsp;

Instagram post

📢 Join me in celebrating Commonwealth Day 2025 today!

#CommonwealthDay is an annual celebration observed by people across the 56 member countries in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean and Americas, the Pacific and Europe.

Learn more at @Commonwealth_Sec: http://ow.ly/jxVw50DGBa5

Commonwealth Day 2025 educational resources including a map, kids booklet and posters are available in this online gallery.

Download educational resources

View a map of the Commonwealth

Explore Commonwealth member countries

Commonwealth Day 2024

Commonwealth Day 2024 was celebrated on Monday 11 March 2024 with a renewed commitment to deliver a common future for all. While there were many high-profile activities in London, the day was observed with reverence, celebration and education worldwide.

Read a summary of the highlights and see a Flickr gallery of Commonwealth Day events.

Media contact

Communications Division, Commonwealth Secretariat
+44 20 7747 6476 | E-mail