World No Tobacco Day

World No Tobacco Day takes place on 31 May 2026, a global day led by the World Health Organization highlighting the dangers of tobacco and encouraging people to quit. It is a moment to support anyone trying to stub out the habit for good.

When is World No Tobacco Day?

World No Tobacco Day takes place in May (May 31). It is one of the many UK awareness days that bring people together around a shared cause — see the full calendar.

Why World No Tobacco Day matters

Tobacco use remains one of the world’s biggest preventable causes of death and disease, harming smokers and those around them. Helping people quit and protecting others from second-hand smoke saves lives and eases pressure on health services. Explore community support volunteering.

How to get involved in World No Tobacco Day

There are three simple ways to make World No Tobacco Day count:

• Volunteer — support people trying to quit smoking as a stop-smoking buddy or community group helper. Browse opportunities.
• Fundraise — raise money to fund cancer and lung health research and stop-smoking support services.
• Raise awareness — spread the word about the harms of tobacco and the help available to quit in your community.

World No Tobacco Day volunteering opportunities

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Get involved with World No Tobacco Day

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