World Town Planning Day

Every 8 November, planners and communities worldwide come together to celebrate how good planning improves lives.

On World Town Planning Day, held annually on 8th November, planners, and communities all over the world come together to celebrate how good planning improves the lives of people and benefits society at large, creating vibrant places to live, work, and play together.

Argentinian professor Carlos María della Paolera started World Town Planning Day in Buenos Aires in 1949. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the event – an important milestone for the profession.

On 8 November 2024, planners from over 30 countries will celebrate World Town Planning Day with lectures, school competitions, fundraisers, charity events, planning awards, and street festivals

World Town Planning Day 2024: Homes Start with Planning

World Town Planning Day 2024 will focus on the role of planning and planners in delivering housing that meets the needs of our communities, and in helping to create equitable, inclusive, and sustainable solutions for all.