https://unhabitat.org/urban-october-2025
https://urbanoctober.unhabitat.org/
Urban October is an opportunity for everyone to be part of the conversation about the challenges and opportunities created by the fast rate of change in our cities and towns. Each October, everyone interested in sustainable urbanization from national and local governments to universities, NGOs and communities is encouraged to hold or participate in activities, events, and discussions.
The month begins with World Habitat Day on the first Monday of the month, and ends with World Cities Day on 31 October. Activities take place on those specific days or at any time during the month.
The UN-Habitat Scroll of Honour award is one of the highlights of the World Habitat Day global observance. The award, a plaque engraved with the name of the winner, is presented to the selected winners during the global observance.
By engaging all stakeholders, cities can harness transformational change and ensure a better life for all in an urbanizing world.
World Habitat Day
Date: 6 October 2025
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Theme: Urban crisis response
World Habitat Day will focus on how cities can prepare for and respond to multiple crises – climate change, conflicts, and rising inequality. It will highlight practical tools and approaches for effective crisis response.
World Cities Day
Date: 31 October 2025
Location: Bogotá, Colombia
Theme: People-centred smart cities
The global observance of World Cities Day will showcase how technology, data, and AI can transform urban life – while keeping people at the heart of smart city initiatives and recovery from current shocks.
