Every 2 February, the World Wetlands Day campaign joins people everywhere in recognising the critical importance of our planet’s wetlands. These life-sustaining ecosystems bridge past and future and are essential to the continuity of life on Earth.
World Wetlands Day 2026 explores the deep-rooted connections between wetlands and cultural practices, traditions and knowledge systems of communities across the world.
This year’s theme is “Wetlands and traditional knowledge: Celebrating cultural heritage.” The global campaign spotlights the timeless role of traditional knowledge in sustaining wetland ecosystems and preserving cultural identity.