Day Guide for Tuesday August 11th 2026

This is our day guide for Tuesday August 11th 2026 which shows you at a glance what's happening around the world on day 223 of 2026.

Holidays on August 11th 2026

Chad: Independence Day. On 11 August 1960, Chad gained its independence from France
Ecuador: Independence Day. Marks Quito's declaration of independence from Spain in 1809
Grenada: Carnival Tuesday. This Carnival in August has its roots in the Catholic Carnival observed at the start of Lent
Japan: Mountain Day. A new holiday since 2016, celebrating the nation's mountains. Mountain Day is intended is to provide “opportunities to get familiar with mountains and appreciate blessings from mountains".
Zimbabwe: Defence Forces Day. A day to honour Zimbabwe's armed forces and the role they play in defending the nation.

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Observances on August 11th 2026

  • USA: National Presidential Joke Day
  • USA: National Raspberry Bombe Day
  • USA: National Bakewell Tart Day
  • USA: Hip Hop Celebration Day
  • International: World Steelpan Day

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