World Obesity Day
World Obesity Day is a global event, held annually on March 4 to bring people together to raise awareness and increase knowledge about obesity and the many other diseases on which it impacts.
Aligned Worldwide
The European Coalition for People Living with Obesity (ECPO) and the European Association for the Study of Obesity (EASO) have aligned their activities under World Obesity Day Europe, to take place on the same day.
World Obesity Day Europe Initiatives 2026
A selection of some of the events and initiatives taking place in connection World Obesity Day Europe in 2026
World Obesity Day Europe takes place on March 4
PRESS RELEASE February 16, 2026 World Obesity Day Europe takes place on March 4 Download the Press Release PDF World Obesity Day Europe, held each year to raise awareness of...
A message for World Obesity Day Europe from Diana Castillo, President of the European Coalition for People living with Obesity (ECPO)
WATCH WORLD OBESITY DAY EUROPE 2025 ECPO PATIENT LOUNGE SPECIAL.
See the recording of the World Obesity Day Europe 2025 Patient Lounge for some insightful discussions on obesity education, policy change, treatment advancements, and global awareness efforts. Featuring expert interviews, panel discussions, and country highlights, this programme amplifies the voice of people living with obesity. Please join us for the next edition in 2026.
Addressing Obesity Together
Information on obesity and the importance of addressing obesity together
Resources
ECPO will undertake several European activities, and we have made available an extensive range of information, tools and materials to help you organise activities of your own.
World Obesity Day Europe Awards
Your opportunity to win one of the seven ECPO and EASO Awards presented for World Obesity Day Europe activities.
World Obesity Day Europe 2026 takes place on Wednesday, March 4. It is an opportunity for everyone to be Addressing Obesity Together
If you are organising an event for World Obesity Day Europe this year, you are invited to enter for one of our prestigious awards. The closing date for entries is Monday, May 25, 2026.
More about obesity
To learn more about obesity, the effects it can have on other diseases, its treatment and how to address obesity stigma and weight bias, please visit:
The European Association for the Study of Obesity (EASO)
The European Coalition for People Living with Obesity (ECPO)