Day Guide for Sunday August 16th 2026 What are the holidays on August 16th 2026?

This is our day guide for Sunday August 16th 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 August 16th 2026

Dominican Republic: Restoration Day

Commemorates the start of the war against Spanish Colonial Army in 1863 that resulted in Independence

Gabon: Independence Day Holiday

First day of holidays to mark independence from France in 1960

Regional

India (regional): De jure Transfer Day

On August 16th 1962 Puducherry was formally merged with the Indian union.

Observances on August 16th 2026

USA: National Airborne Day

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

USA: National Roller Coaster Day

National Roller Coaster Day is a day that has its ups and downs.

USA: National Rum Day

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

USA: National Tell a Joke Day

Telling a joke today is a serious matter.

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General Information for August 16th 2026
There are 3 public holidays today.
Day 228 of 2026
137 days left in 2026
Week 33 of the year
On this Day in History
2012 - South African police fatally shoot 34 miners and wound 78 more during an industrial dispute near Rustenburg.
1946 - Mass riots in Kolkata begin, in which more than 4,000 would be killed in 72 hours.
1888 - TE Lawrence, who would gain fame as 'Lawrence of Arabia', is born in Wales.
1513 - Battle of Guinegate (Battle of the Spurs): King Henry VIII of England and his Imperial allies defeat French Forces who are then forced to retreat.