07-05-2025
World Watch Day: Horology celebrates global recognition on October 10, 2025
Behind this initiative stands an unprecedented coalition of horology's most influential institutions. The founding members—including the Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie, Foundation of Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG), and Horological Society of New York—have created a dedicated non-profit to coordinate what promises to be an annual celebration of considerable magnitude.
"The global watchmaking community has never been more connected," observes Serge Maillard, publisher of Europa Star. "One thing was still missing: a day to celebrate watchmaking worldwide, with no entry barriers."
Raymond Loretan, president of GPHG, puts it succinctly: "GPHG's mission is to honour and highlight the creativity and excellence of contemporary watchmaking each year. We're proud to take part in the creation of World Watch Day—a unifying celebration of the Twelfth Art."
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When October 10 arrives, expect a 24-hour celebration that follows the sun, starting in the East and concluding in the West. The day will explore watchmaking through multiple lenses—cultural, scientific, economic, artistic—with participation from media outlets, associations, collectors' clubs, and content creators worldwide.
"World Watch Day is more than just a date—it's a tribute to everything that makes watchmaking extraordinary," explains Marc André Deschoux, founder of Horopedia Foundation. "It's about the hands that shape each piece, the knowledge passed down from generation to generation, and the urgency we feel to preserve this legacy."
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