Dry January
Dry January runs for the whole of January — 31 days alcohol-free.
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Next date
Friday, 1 January 2027
Dry January 2027
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Upcoming dates
| Event | Date | Countdown | Region / notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry January 2027 | Friday, 1 January 2027 | In 6 months | Runs all of January |
| Dry January 2028 | Saturday, 1 January 2028 | In 1 year 6 months | UK |
| Dry January 2029 | Monday, 1 January 2029 | In 2 years 6 months | UK |
Dry January is a public health campaign encouraging people to abstain from alcohol for the whole of January. It was launched by Alcohol Change UK in 2013 and now involves millions of participants across the UK. Research suggests a month off alcohol improves sleep, energy levels, and liver health. The campaign runs officially from 1 to 31 January each year.
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Questions
When is Dry January?
1 January to 31 January — the whole of January.
Who runs Dry January?
Alcohol Change UK, a registered charity.
Does it have to be the whole month?
The official campaign is 31 days, but any reduction in alcohol is beneficial.
What happens after Dry January?
Research shows many people drink less in the months that follow.