Day Guide for Friday August 26th 2022 What are the holidays on August 26th 2022?

This is our day guide for Friday August 26th 2022 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 2022

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 wrongs

Observances on August 26th 2022

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.

USA: National Toilet Paper Day

Flush out the details about National Toilet Paper Day on August 26th! Discover the fascinating history of this everyday essential and learn how to celebrate this surprisingly significant observance.

New Zealand: Daffodil Day

Celebrate Daffodil Day and learn how this bright spring bloom became a powerful symbol of hope and a vital fundraiser in the fight against cancer.

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General Information for August 26th 2022
There are 2 public holidays today.
Day 238 of 2022
127 days left in 2022
Week 34 of the year
On this Day in History
2002 - Earth Summit 2002 begins in Johannesburg, South Africa
1978 - Papal conclave: Pope John Paul I is elected to the Papacy.
1920 - The 19th amendment to United States Constitution takes effect, giving women the right to vote.
1910 - Mother Teresa, the Roman Catholic nun and Nobel laureate, is born (d. 1997).