Friendship Day in India: Date, Traditions, and Celebrations (Sunday, 3 August 2025) Date: Sunday, 3 August 2025 Day: Sunday Observed on: First Sunday of August every year Friendship Day in India is a heartfelt celebration of companionship, loyalty, and love between friends. Scheduled for Sunday, 3 August 2025, the day holds a special place among Indian youth, who actively take part in this joyful occasion. Unlike official government holidays, Friendship Day is more of a social and emotional celebration that originated from Western customs but has taken on a deeply Indian flavor over the years.
Wednesday, 30 July 2025 International Friendship Day, officially recognized by the United Nations, is celebrated annually on 30 July to emphasize the importance of friendship in fostering peace, solidarity, and mutual understanding among peoples and cultures across the globe. The day encourages individuals, communities, and nations to build bridges of harmony, especially in times of rising tension, conflict, or division.