World FM Day
World FM Day returns on May 13, 2026, celebrating the essential work of facility managers worldwide.
Celebrate the Profession on May 14
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.
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Celebrating World FM Day: Strategies for the Future of the Workplace
As organizations navigate the complexities of return-to-office mandates and hybrid work strategies, this session offers valuable insights and practical solutions to enhance employee engagement, operational efficiency, and business outcomes.
Gain the knowledge you need to make informed decisions that balance employee experience with organizational success, setting the stage for a resilient and adaptive future of work. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your facility management practices and drive impactful change in your workplace.
Facility Fusion
Facility Fusion delivers an energizing, immersive experience with visionary sessions, exclusive networking and dynamic activities that spark innovation, connection and growth. Join us April 29–May 1 in Austin, Texas. Learn more
FM Day 2025
Celebrate World FM Day with the IFMA Greece Chapter and various industry experts for insights on energy, sustainability, digital tech and shaping the future of facility management. Reserve your seat by April 29! Register now
World FM Day Celebration
Celebrate World FM Day with the IFMA Capital Chapter and guest speaker Rob Clark to explore the power of resilience and the vital role of facility managers.
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World FM Day Breakfast
Join Justin Gallo and industry leaders for a World FM Day breakfast panel on solving the facility management labor shortage—plus a special gift for attending FMs!
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Transforming Heritage Buildings
Explore how sustainable facility management is helping heritage buildings thrive through resilience in a changing world. Register now
Integrate Hybrid Conference
Join IFMA Hong Kong at Integrate 2025 to explore how digital transformation reshapes smart cities, facility management and urban infrastructure through AI, IoT and emerging technologies. Register now
World FM Day Celebration
Whether you're a seasoned FM professional, student or partner, this is a golden opportunity to learn, network and explore impactful collaborations. Celebrate the power of FM to build a better, more resilient Ghana! Register now
The Future of Office Spaces
Celebrate World FM Day with IFMA Poland on May 14 at Colliers’ new office—explore cutting-edge workplace design, hear expert insights and join the conversation on the future of office spaces. Register now
Happy Hour in The City
Join IFMA Chicago members, colleagues and friends for cocktails and conversation to celebrate World FM Day. Register now
The Path to Smart Buildings
Join David Stephenson and Blake Gilley as they discuss the value, challenges, and best practices of smart building technology to help facility managers drive success.
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World FM Day Social
Facility management can be a thankless job—but it's done with pride every day. Celebrate World FM Day on May 14 with drinks, appetizers and appreciation for all you do. Register now
Emergency Planning Gaps
Discover the 17 critical gaps that can sabotage your emergency plans and how to close them. Understand the laws, standards and risks to keep your workplace prepared. Register now
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
Wing Fling
Join IFMA's Orlando Chapter on May 14 to celebrate World FM Day with "Wing Fling." More details coming soon.
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Habitat Heroes
Join IFMA's San Francisco & East Bay Chapters for World FM Day to volunteer at the Oakland Zoo and support the animals and their habitats. Register now
Facility Fortune
Join IFMA's Indianapolis Chapter on May 15 at Guggman Haus Brewing to celebrate World FM Day with a game of "Facility Fortune." Register now
World FM Day 2025
Join leading voices in Facility Management as we celebrate innovation, adaptability, and the future of the built environment. Celebrate the future of FM in Africa! Register now
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.
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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
IFMA is excited to share information, resources and articles from our partners as we celebrate World FM Day.
The IFMA Foundation is offering scholarship opportunities to individuals interested in earning their Sustainability Facility Professional® (SFP) in 2025. Students and young professionals currently in facility management or a related field with a demonstrated financial need are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Apply now
As FMs’ partner in preparedness, Ready 2 Respond regularly shares practical tips designed to support facility managers in their day-to-day challenges. From conducting effective post-incident debriefs to improving emergency communication, our insights are built around real-world needs.
Here are a few highlights from our growing library of Facility Insights articles:
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.
Eptura’s 2025 Workplace Index provides data-driven insights into how businesses are looking to optimize workspaces, leverage AI, and streamline facility operations.
We’ve achieved this by commissioning independent research that surveyed 200 operational leaders of enterprise-size businesses worldwide about their employee experience, buildings and facilities, and asset management. We also pulled our own proprietary data from 25 million users worldwide. Get the report
In celebration of World FM Day, Eptura put together a list of some of their favorite books on facilities management, from introductions and references to deep dives on BIM for FM, root cause analysis, asset management, criticality, sustainability, leadership, the Internet of Things (IoT) and smart buildings, artificial intelligence (AI), and even a few on important trends in architecture and design. Read Now
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
As we celebrate another World FM Day, IBM recognizes that successfully managing real estate and facilities is not for the faint-hearted. Balancing the conflicting demands of cost minimization and increased productivity against improving availability, sustainability, and safety is challenging. Today’s FM professional needs a variety of skills to manage facilities in today’s evolving business environment. 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.
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 or a #ResilienceinAction 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.