The SDG Global Festival of Action, created in 2017 in Bonn, Germany, empowered, and connected the global movement driving progress on the Sustainable Development Goals. Over the years, it has grown into the world’s leading platform for SDG advocacy, bringing together thousands of participants — from youth leaders and grassroots activists to governments, businesses, creatives, and UN agencies.

Through bold plenaries, immersive exhibits, participatory workshops, artistic performances, and film screenings, the Festival transforms advocacy into experience, weaving together high-level dialogue with grassroots storytelling. Past editions have spotlighted Nobel Laureates, young climate activists, UN leaders, and changemakers from across 190+ countries, while also featuring performances from global and local artists. The Festival has also launched some of the Campaign’s most influential initiatives, including the UN SDG Action Awards.

In 2021, amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the Virtual Edition of the Festival reimagined global convening through a fully digital platform, attracting over 30,000 participants worldwide. The online experience combined live-streamed plenaries, interactive workshops, virtual exhibitions, and networking spaces — breaking barriers of access and setting a new standard for inclusive global mobilization.

By bridging diverse communities and amplifying creative, actionable solutions, the SDG Global Festival of Action has become more than an event — it is a catalyst for solidarity, imagination, and collective impact.