Day Guide for Sunday May 24th 2026 What are the holidays on May 24th 2026?

This is our day guide for Sunday May 24th 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 May 24th 2026

International: Pentecost Sunday

Celebrates the gift of the Holy Spirit. It is celebrated on the seventh Sunday after Easter

International: Day of Slavonic Alphabet, Bulgarian Enlightenment and Culture

Slavic missionaries Cyril (Constantine) and Metod (Methodius) came to Great Moravia

Ecuador: Anniversary of the Battle of Pichincha (in lieu)

The Battle of Pichincha took place on May 24th 1822, on the slopes of the Pichincha volcano, 3,500 meters above sea-level, next to the city of Quito

Eritrea: Independence Day

The National Day of Eritrea marks independence from Ethiopia on May 24th 1993

Hong Kong: The Birthday of the Buddha

Statutory. The Buddha's Birthday was only made a holiday in 1998

Jordan: Independence Day (in lieu)

On May 25th 1946, the United Nations approved the end of the British Mandate and recognized Transjordan as an independent sovereign kingdom

Macau: Buddha's Birthday

Marks three key events in Buddhas life - his birthday, the enlightenment and his achievement of Nirvana

South Korea: Buddha's Birthday

Lantern parades are held for Buddhas Birthday which is celebrated in late April or early May

Observances on May 24th 2026

International: Pentecost Sunday

Celebrates the gift of the Holy Spirit. It is celebrated on the seventh Sunday after Easter

USA: National Escargot Day

Escargot is a French word for an edible snail, usually prepared as an appetizer or entree.

USA: National Scavenger Hunt Day

There's treasure in them thar hills - or at least what's on our scavenger hunt list.

European Union: European Parks Day

Some countries allow free entry to national parks to mark this day.

International: World Schizophrenia Day

An opportunity to learn more about the illness and challenge the stigma around mental ill health.

USA: National Brother's Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Brother's Day.

International: International Tiara Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of International Tiara Day.

Brazil: National Coffee Day Brazil

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Coffee Day in Brazil.

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General Information for May 24th 2026
There are 8 public holidays today.
Day 144 of 2026
221 days left in 2026
Week 21 of the year
On this Day in History
1989 - Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade goes on general release.
1966 - The Controversial Footballer Eric Cantona is born.
1941 - Musician Bob Dylan is born.
1819 - Queen Victoria is born.