Day Guide for Sunday January 18th 2026 What are the holidays on January 18th 2026?

This is our day guide for Sunday January 18th 2026 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 January 18th 2026

International: Isra'a Wal Miraj

Isra and Mi'raj marks the Night Journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and the ascent into heaven

Observances on January 18th 2026

International: World Religion Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Religion Day.

International: World Snow Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Snow Day.

USA: National Peking Duck Day  

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International: National Winnie The Pooh Day

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International: National Thesaurus Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Thesaurus Day.

USA: National Gourmet Coffee Day

Embracing the Aroma and Craft of National Gourmet Coffee Day: A Celebration of Brews and Culture

United Kingdom: Gentleness Awareness Day

Discover the transformative power of Gentleness Awareness Day, a celebration inviting calm into our lives and communities for safer, supportive connections.

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General Information for January 18th 2026
There are 1 public holidays today.
Day 18 of 2026
347 days left in 2026
Week 03 of the year
On this Day in History
1885 - Simon Marrix and Miene Schonberg are married on this day - parents to legendary comedy clan the Marx Brothers.
1820 - The Whaleship Essex reaches Cape Horn, five weeks into its ill-fated voyage.
531 - The Nika Riots in Byzantium end violently with the killing of 30,000 rioters.