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Political, faith, and civic leaders and celebrities join survivors to attend our UK National Ceremony marking Holocaust Memorial Day 2026.

National Commemorative 3D Candle Moment at Piccadilly Circus for Holocaust Memorial Day

Iconic landmarks, buildings and community spaces across the UK lit up in purple for Holocaust Memorial Day at 8pm, as part of our national Light the Darkness moment.

Thank you to Their Majesties for their continued support of Holocaust remembrance and education.

Thank you to all the contributors and candle-lighters joining us for our National Ceremony on Tuesday 27 January.

Find an event near you or tell us how you are taking part through the HMD Activity Map.

On Tuesday 27 January, join us online at 7.50pm to countdown to Light the Darkness together for our national moment at 8pm.

Statement from HMDT Chief Executive, Olivia Marks-Woldman OBE.

We welcome New Year's Honours for outstanding contribution and commitment to Holocaust education and remembrance.

We are delighted to announce the launch of our new education resources to help schools, community groups and individuals mark Holocaust Memorial Day 2026 in meaningful and accessible ways.