International Print Day 2026 will take place on October 21, bringing together printing professionals and enthusiasts worldwide. The 13th annual celebration will highlight the value of print media under the theme #PrintWorks.
Participants are encouraged to share print projects, ideas and innovations on social media using #IPD26 and #PrintWorks. The campaign will showcase print applications across marketing, packaging, books, labels, signage and other areas.
Since 2014, International Print Day has generated more than 200 million social media impressions. The initiative highlights how creativity, technology and skilled professionals contribute to effective communication through print.
International Print Day Highlights Global Participation
Deborah Corn, founder of International Print Day and Intergalactic Ambassador to The Printerverse at Print Media Centr, said the event continues to inspire people across the world. She also highlighted the participation of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), which is celebrating International Print Day for the third time.
The DRC programme includes three activities. An International Print Day DRC panel will take place on October 21. On October 23, students will visit Mediaspaul Printing House to learn about printing and its role in education. The programme will conclude with a gala for the DRC printing community on October 31 at the Great Hall of the Kinshasa Botanical Garden.
Michaël G. Mpa, CEO of Galaxie Print and IPD-DRC Ambassador, said the celebration recognises printing professionals and highlights print’s contribution to literacy, education and society.
Official Poster Available Online
The official International Print Day 2026 poster was designed by Craig Bower of Design That Rocks. It is available for download through the International Print Day website.
Printing businesses, designers, students and print enthusiasts can join the global campaign by sharing their work and experiences with the official hashtags. The initiative aims to increase awareness of print media and its role in communication worldwide.
