Day Guide for Saturday January 3rd 2026

This is our day guide for Saturday January 3rd 2026 which shows you at a glance what's happening around the world on day 3 of 2026.

Holidays on January 3rd 2026

International: Imam Ali's Birthday. Ali ibn Abu Talib was the cousin and son-in-law of the prophet Muhammad. He ruled the Rashidun Empire from 656 to 661.

International: New Year's Holiday (bridge day). Some countries observe a second public holiday for New Year's celebration

Burkina Faso: Revolution Day. Anniversary of the 1966 Upper Voltan coup d'état that forced President Maurice Yaméogo to resign

Sri Lanka: Duruthu Full Moon Poya. Marks the first of Buddha's three visits to Sri Lanka, on the first full moon after his enlightenment

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Observances on January 3rd 2026

USA: National Fruitcake Toss Day
USA: National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day
USA: National Drinking Straw Day
USA: Festival of Sleep
USA: Humiliation Day

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