Day Guide for Wednesday March 18th 2026 What are the holidays on March 18th 2026?

This is our day guide for Wednesday March 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 March 18th 2026

Aruba: National Anthem and Flag Day

The Flag of Aruba was officially adopted on March 18th 1976, along with the official anthem "Aruba Dushi Tera" (Aruba sweet land)

Comoros: Cheikh Al Maarouf Day

Marks the birthday of Al-koutb Said Mouhammad Cheikh Al Maarouf (in 1851), a prominent religious figure

Indonesia: Hari Raya Nyepi Holiday

Hari Raya Nyepi is the Balinese Hindu New Year. It is celebrated on the first new moon in March

Regional

Nepal (regional): Ghode Jatra

A horse parade organized in Tudikhel in Kathmandu every year, on the new moon of Chaitra Sukla Pakshya in the Eastern Lunar calendar

Qatar: Eid Al Fitr Holiday

Second day of the festival that marks the end of the fasting period of the Islamic month of Ramadan

Syria: Revolution Day

Commemorates the 2011 uprising. On March 18th 2011, Syrian security forces fired on protestors killing at least three people.

Observances on March 18th 2026

USA: National Awkward Moments Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Awkward Moments Day

USA: National Biodiesel Day

Biodiesel reduces emissions by more than 50 percent compared to petroleum.

USA: National Sloppy Joe Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Sloppy Joe Day

USA: National Supreme Sacrifice Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Supreme Sacrifice Day

United Kingdom: National Black Pudding Day

National Black Pudding Day is a day to savour the unique flavours, acknowledge the craftsmanship, and appreciate the cultural significance of this beloved sausage.

International: Global Recycling Day

Celebrate our planet's health with Global Recycling Day on March 18th by embracing sustainable practices and promoting recycling awareness.

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General Information for March 18th 2026
There are 6 public holidays today.
Day 77 of 2026
288 days left in 2026
Week 12 of the year
On this Day in History
1960 - The last steam locomotive built in Britain, rolls out of Swindon works and is named Evening Star.
1927 - John Kander, one half of the songwriting team Kander and Ebb, is born.
1915 - In the Battle of Gallipoli (World War I), three battleships are sunk during a failed British and French naval attack on the Dardanelles.
37 - The Roman senate annuls Tiberius' will and proclaims Caligula emperor.