Day Guide for Saturday July 4th 2026 What are the holidays on July 4th 2026?

This is our day guide for Saturday July 4th 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 July 4th 2026

International: US Independence Day

On July 4th 1776 the United States of America proclaimed its independence from England

Rwanda: Liberation Day

Marks the end of the 100 day Genocide against the Tutsi that took place in 1994.

Tonga: Official Birthday of HM King Tupou VI

King Tupou VI, the reigning Sovereign of Tonga, marks his official birthday on the date of his father's birthday.

Observances on July 4th 2026

USA: Hop-a-Park Day

It's always a good time to visit your local park, but Hop-A-Park Day at the start of July is a great time to explore.

United Nations: International Day of Cooperatives 

The co-operative model contains aspects of sustainable development at its core and is based on ethical values and principles.

USA: National Barbecued Spareribs Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Barbecued Spareribs Day

USA: National Caesar Salad Day

This famous salad was first served on July 4th 1924.

USA: National Country Music Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Country Music Day

USA: National Hillbilly Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Hillbilly Day

USA: Independence Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of US Independence Day.

International: Caribbean Community Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Caribbean Community Day.

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General Information for July 4th 2026
There are 3 public holidays today.
Day 185 of 2026
180 days left in 2026
Week 27 of the year
On this Day in History
1939 - The Yankee stadium celebrate Lou Gehrig Day, another great moment in baseball. Lou Gehrig's farewell speech is still regarded as a Great Sporting Achievement.
1865 - Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland is published.
1825 - Construction of the Ohio and Erie Canal begins.
Every year - American Independence Day, one of the great dates in history and a date inscribed on the tablet held by the Statue of Liberty.