Day Guide for Sunday August 16th 2026

This is our day guide for Sunday August 16th 2026 which shows you at a glance what's happening around the world on day 228 of 2026.

Holidays on August 16th 2026

Dominican Republic: Restoration Day. Commemorates the start of the war against Spanish Colonial Army in 1863 that resulted in Independence

Gabon: Independence Day Holiday. First day of holidays to mark independence from France in 1960

Regional

India (regional): De jure Transfer Day. On August 16th 1962 Puducherry was formally merged with the Indian union.

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Observances on August 16th 2026

USA: National Airborne Day
USA: National Roller Coaster Day
USA: National Rum Day
USA: National Tell a Joke Day

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