One date
Millions of stories

Every October 1st, the world stops to celebrate coffee. The crop that wakes up farms, drives economies, and connects people across every continent around a single cup.

In 2026, this moment became historic: the United Nations General Assembly officially recognised 1 October as International Coffee Day, elevating the date to the global stage and affirming what the coffee community has always known – that this is not just a drink. It is a livelihood, a culture, and a force for sustainable development for over 125 million people worldwide.

This site was built for everyone who is part of that story. A living space, updated throughout the year, with inspiring stories, concrete impact, and a community that spans from the farmer at origin to the barista behind the counter. Here, every voice in coffee belongs.

  • Stories that inspire

    Real people, real journeys. We bring you voices from across the coffee chain; from origin to cup.

  • Impact you can see

    Projects, data and initiatives showing how coffee is part of the solution to global challenges. Updated regularly.

  • A global community

    Producers, roasters, researchers, baristas, café owners, coffee lovers… all in one place. This is your home!

PERSONALIZE

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Make it yours. Share it with the world

  • Templates

    Browse our exclusive ICD 2026 designs and choose the one that speaks to you.

  • Customisation

    Add your photo, your cup, your team or your brand logo. It’s your story to tell.

  • Download & Share

    Download your artwork and post it wherever you are. Tag #ICD2026 to join the global conversation.

Your initiative could be part
of the solution. Show us

Is your farm, roastery, café or project making a difference? This is the place to be seen and heard. Share your story with us – and we’ll help tell it to a global community that understands and values what you do.

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  • A global organization

    The International Coffee Day is led by the ICO, the world’s leading intergovernmental organisation for coffee, bringing together 77 Member States to build a sustainable, inclusive sector.

  • Data, policy & cooperation

    From market intelligence to international diplomacy, the ICO works every day to strengthen the global coffee sector for producers, traders and consumers alike.

  • Your sector, represented

    The ICO gives a voice to the entire coffee chain at the highest levels of international policy. International Coffee Day is our shared moment to make that voice heard.