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World FM Day
World FM Day returns on 13 May 2026, celebrating the essential work of facility managers worldwide.
Celebrate the Profession on 13 May
Join IFMA, GlobalFM and other FM associations around the world as we celebrate the important contributions and achievements of the facility management community - and the positive impact the profession has on our lives. World FM Day is your opportunity to celebrate the behind-the-scenes heroes of the built environment and share well-deserved thanks for keeping our facilities healthy, safe and productive.
Ways to Participate:
Celebrate throughout the month to recognize the vital work that FM professionals contribute to businesses and our lives.
- Thank facility managers by posting a #WorldFMDay message.
- Get a proclamation for World FM Day on a local or state level. HQ Sample | IFMA Wichita Sample
- Submit your content, World FM Day event details and other resources to celebrate facility managers and the profession.
- Show your support through a contribution to the IFMA Foundation.
- Share information about FM, like IFMA's page on FM or the This is FM video.
- Download the World FM Day logo in multiple languages.
Upcoming Events
Belonging Through Built Environments
Celebrate World FM Day with a virtual event recognizing the impact of facility management. Connect with the FM community and explore how FMs help people and organizations thrive. Register now
World FM Day Celebration
Join IFMA Ghana to celebrate World FM Day 2026 and the behind-the-scenes heroes of the built environment. Celebrate the power of FM to build a better, more resilient Ghana! Register now
FM Day 2026
Join IFMA Greece for its flagship event of the year as industry leaders and FM professionals explore sustainability, digital transformation, operational excellence and the evolving role of facility management. Register now
World FM Day Breakfast
Join IFMA chapter members, State of Colorado leaders and energy services experts for a panel on the future of energy economics, including modern funding strategies and new approaches to building upgrades. Register now
Wing Fling
Join IFMA's Orlando Chapter on May 13 to celebrate World FM Day with "Wing Fling." More details coming soon.
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Top Golf Networking Event
Spend the evening with IFMA San Francisco chapter as they celebrate World FM Day with their spring Top Golf Networking event.
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World FM Day at Top Golf
Join IFMA for a special World FM Day celebration at Top Golf, where we’re saying a huge thank you to all our hardworking FM Professionals who keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes. Register now
29th Annual Golf Tournament
IFMA San Diego will host its 29th Annual Golf Tournament in honor of World FM Day and the professionals who keep facilities safe, efficient and running every day. Register now
Mixed-Use Facility Tour
Take an inside look at the Lawrence University and Trout Museum of Art partnership that transformed a downtown Appleton block into a four-story mixed-use development, then unwind with a refreshment at Dr. Jekyll’s. Register now
Whirlyball Twin Cities
Join IFMA for a World FM Day celebration at WhirlyBall Twin Cities! Connect with friends, colleagues and fellow FM professionals as we recognize the people and work that keep our built environments running. Register now
29th Annual Golf Tournament
Celebrate World FM Day and recognize the essential role facility management professionals play in shaping the spaces where people work and live. The event will include a brief welcome and dedicated time for networking and connection. Register now
Annual Expo
Spend the day connecting with facility management professionals while exploring practical solutions to operational pressures, emerging technologies, staffing challenges and sustainability goals. Register now
World FM Day Event & Social
Connect with IFMA Greater Triangle Chapter for a World FM Day event focused on career growth in facility management. Hear professionals share career transitions, lessons learned and how IFMA supports FM journeys. Learn more
Celebratory Luncheon
Celebrate World FM Day with the IFMA Houston Chapter during a special program luncheon honoring the people shaping and supporting the built environment. Register now
Charity Golf Tournament
IFMA Silicon Valley is hosting their Annual Golf Tournament benefiting the chapter's community outreach program. Learn more
Events
Conference & Expo - May 5-7
Facility Fusion
Facility Fusion brings an exhilarating and immersive experience that will leave attendees energized and inspired. Join us May 5-7 in Boston, Massachusetts.
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IFMA Chicago - May 8
Happy Hour
World FM Day is all about you! It’s a day of celebration and recognition for facility managers and the entire FM profession. Registration required. Register now
IFMA Chicago - May 8
FM Roundtable
This FM Professional-only, small group discussion will focus on “What is your biggest challenge as an FM?” Registration required by May 6. Register now
World FM Day Webinar - May 8
Truth About Autonomous Buildings
Join FM:Systems and IFMA as we explore how building technology has evolved to get us to this point, the potential risks of “leaping before you look” and what organizations can do to mitigate those vulnerabilities. Register now
IFMA NYC - May 8
FM-Only Cocktails & Networking
Join IFMA NYC for an FM-only networking event to celebrate World FM Day and the positive impact the profession has on lives. Registration required. Register now
IFMA Louisville - May 8
Happy Hour
Join IFMA's Louisville Chapter for a happy hour celebrating World FM Day!
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IFMA Orlando - May 8
World FM Day Celebration
Join IFMA Orlando to celebrate the profession with craft beer, food, bingo and grand prices for lucky FMs. Registration is required. Register now
IFMA San Francisco - May 8
Zero Waste Recology Tour
Celebrate World FM Day with a tour of Recology Transfer Station & Recycle Central at Pier 96. Registration required.
Register now
IFMA Minneapolis/St. Paul - May 8
Whirlyball & Social Hour
Join us for a World FM Day gathering with colleagues at Whirlyball Twin Cities! Don't play? Come for the conversation. Registration required. Learn more
IFMA Denver- May 14
Workplace Design
Come and be part of a dynamic breakfast panel discussion delving into the realms of design and project management. Registration required. Register now
IFMA Indianapolis - May 14
Facility Feud
Celebrate everything FM does to make for our workplaces with a special edition of "Facility Feud". Registration required. Register now
Content
Explore the latest resources, insights and industry updates provided by our partners.
The IFMA Foundation has awarded more than $2 million in scholarships to over 830 students pursuing careers in facility management. Opportunities like the Eric Teicholz Sustainable Facility Professional scholarship also help emerging professionals earn IFMA’s SFP® credential and advance sustainable practices across the built environment. Students and early career professionals are encouraged to apply.
As we celebrate World FM Day, take advantage of a free two-year subscription to Health Facilities Management magazine. Stay informed, gain practical insight and see how facility managers are shaping the future of the built environment. Subscribe now
This webinar explores key ASHRAE ventilation standards, HVAC variability, clean air validation, and the latest CO2 demand control updates for maintaining airflow and efficiency. Watch now
Today’s facility managers face growing complexity from tech shifts to sustainability demands. On World FM Day, Trane® is sharing a free report with the latest industry trends, analysis, real-world case studies and other valuable information to help plan for the future, make difficult maintenance and service decisions, and achieve a smarter building. Check it out.
Labor shortages have increased cleaning vacancies by over 250%1. Facilities are being asked to do more with fewer hands and tighter budgets. That's why many teams are turning to Tork Vision Cleaning, a real-time data system that helps prioritize tasks based on need, not outdated schedules. Learn more
The ability to positively impact a person’s day is one of the most potent reasons to celebrate World FM Day. Facility management is the unspoken backbone of our built environment’s seamless operation. It’s the invisible force ensuring that everything runs smoothly and everyone inside, in between, and outside the building is okay. Read a blog from ARC Facilities
As we gear up to celebrate World FM Day, IFMA is inspired by the facility managers who have grown their careers with support from IFMA and the IFMA Foundation. We are excited to share some of the ways our members have been inspired in their careers – and the advice they have for FMs of the future. Read now
Once a year, the Global Facilities Management community comes together on World FM Day to celebrate the Facilities Management profession and its successes. Check out the events happening around the world.