This is our day guide for Wednesday August 26th 2020 which shows you at a glance what's happening on this day around the world. Using the calendar on this page, you can look at a day guide for any day. Why not look up your birthday to see which holidays you share it with?
Holidays on August 26th 2020
Namibia: Heroes Day
Commemorates the Namibian War of Independence which began on 26 August 1966
Papua New Guinea: National Repentance Day
Intended to be marked by prayer ceremonies across the country to ask for forgiveness for wrongsObservances on August 26th 2020
USA: National Cherry Popsicle Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Cherry Popsicle Day
USA: National Dog Day
Celebrate National Dog day with these inspirational quotes about our canine companions.
USA: National Women’s Equality Day
Celebrates the 1920 certification of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, granting women the right to vote.
Spain: La Tomatina
Find out the dates, history and traditions of La Tomatina.August 25th 2020 | Go to Today | August 27th 2020
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| General Information for August 26th 2020 | |
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| There are 2 public holidays today. | |
| Day 239 of 2020 | |
| 127 days left in 2020 | |
| Week 35 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1966 - The Namibian War of Independence starts with the battle at Omugulugwombashe. | |
| 1914 - World War I: the German colony of Togoland is invaded by French and British forces, who take it after 5 days. | |
| 1883 - At midday, the Krakatau volcano begins to erupt; it's still the most powerful volcanic eruption in recorded history. | |
| Every year - The infamous Annual World Bog Snorkelling Championships take in the town of Llanwrtyd Wells, Powys, Wales. |
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