Day Guide for Thursday January 26th 2023

This is our day guide for Thursday January 26th 2023 which shows you at a glance what's happening around the world on day 26 of 2023.

Holidays on January 26th 2023

International: Chinese New Year Holiday. The Chinese New Year marks the start of the lunar new year, which occurs sometime between Jan. 21 and Feb. 20. Also known as the Spring Festival, it is considered one of China’s most important celebrations, with each year being named after one of the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac. Festivities include fireworks, parades, and performances. The holiday closes with a lantern festival.
Australia: Australia Day. On January 26th 1788 Captain Arthur Phillip became the first Governor of the colony of New South Wales
Egypt: Revolution Day January 25 (in lieu). Celebrates the anniversary of Police officers resistance against the British Army in 1952 and the day of the beginning of the Egyptian revolution of 2011
India: Republic Day. Indian Republic Day is celebrated on January 26th and commemorates the establishment of the Constitution of India.

Regional

India (regional): Vasant Panchami. 5th Day of Magha. On this day Hindus worship Saraswati Devi, the goddess of wisdom, knowledge, music, art and culture

Regional

India (regional): Sir Chhotu Ram Jayanti. Sir Chhotu Ram was one of the most prominent pre-partition politicians in Punjab

Public sector only

Nigeria (regional): Public Holiday. Work-free days to enable residents to register and collect their Permanent Voter's Cards.

Public sector only

Nigeria (regional): Public Holiday. To allow residents to come out and welcome President Buhari who is set to visit the state.
Uganda: NRM Liberation Day. Marks the overthrow of the government by the National Resistance Movement in 1986

Public sector only

Vietnam: Tet Holiday. Tet is Vietnamese New Year and is the most important festival and public holiday in Vietnam

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Observances on January 26th 2023

  • USA: National Ellen Degeneres Day
  • USA: National Peanut Brittle Day
  • USA: National Spouses Day
  • United Kingdom: National Spouses Day
  • USA: National Green Juice Day

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