Ways to Celebrate IEEE Day

Every year IEEE members around the globe come together on IEEE Day to celebrate a shared legacy of innovation, collaboration, and service. First celebrated in 2009, the day commemorates the initial gathering of IEEE members to share their technical ideas in 1884.

This year the event will be held on 7 October. It promises to be bigger, bolder, and more inspiring than ever.

IEEE Day is not just a celebration of the past; it’s a rallying point for the future. The day honors the power that technology has to improve lives, as well as the volunteers who work to make it happen.

From its humble beginnings as a grassroots initiative, IEEE Day has grown into a global celebration with thousands of events hosted by IEEE affinity groups, sections, society chapters, and student branches. The events include technical talks, hackathons, community outreach programs, networking mixers, and cultural showcases. Each one reflects the diversity and creativity of IEEE’s membership as well as the shared mission to advance technology for humanity.

“IEEE Day 2025 is a celebration of innovation, collaboration, and the incredible impact our members create worldwide,” says Abdul Salik, this year’s event chair. “I encourage everyone to join in, share their stories, and be part of this global movement.”

How to get involved

Whether you’re a longtime member, a volunteer, or have recently joined, there are many ways to participate.

• Hold or attend an event. Organize a gathering, workshop, or panel discussion, whether in-person or virtual. IEEE Day is an opportunity to connect with peers, share ideas, and showcase your work.
• Share your celebration. Use the #IEEEDay2025 hashtag to post photos, videos, and stories about your event on social media. Let the world see how your community is celebrating.
• Explore the IEEE Day toolkit. It includes logos, templates, promotional materials, and planning guides to help make your event a success.
• Connect through IEEE Collabratec. Join the IEEE Day community on Collabratec to get answers to your questions, exchange ideas, and find inspiration from other members.
• Participate in IEEE Day contests. Enter images from your events in the IEEE Day photo and video contests. The categories are technology, social, and STEM-based.

Whether you’re planning an event, mentoring a student, or simply sharing your story, your participation can help amplify the spirit of IEEE and inspire the next generation of innovators. Visit the IEEE Day website and follow along on Instagram, Facebook or LinkedIn.

If you need more information, email the IEEE Day team