# World AIDS Day 2026: Date and Rituals

> World AIDS Day 2026 is on Tuesday, 1 December. World AIDS Day, on 1 December, is kept to raise awareness of HIV and AIDS.

Source: https://www.hinducalendar.today/festivals/world-aids-day

## About this day

Why it is kept and where it comes from

About this day

World AIDS Day, on 1 December, is kept to raise awareness of HIV and AIDS.

Spiritual philosophy, inner meaning and eternal virtues

It was first kept in 1988 and was the first global health day. It remembers those who have died and supports the people living with HIV.

## How the day is observed

1. 1 Step 1 Awareness walks and talks.
2. 2 Step 2 Free testing and counselling camps.
3. 3 Step 3 Wearing of the red ribbon.