Day Guide for Wednesday August 26th 2026 What are the holidays on August 26th 2026?

This is our day guide for Wednesday August 26th 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 26th 2026

International: Eid e-Milad-un Nabi

Celebrated by Muslims on the twelfth day of the month of Rabiulawal, the third month of the Muslim calendar

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India (regional): Thiruvonam

Traditional harvest festival that marks the annual return of mythical King Mahabali

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India (regional): Raksha Bandhan

Raksha Bandhan is a Hindu festival that celebrates the love and duty between brothers and sisters.

Namibia: Heroes Day

Commemorates the Namibian War of Independence which began on 26 August 1966

Papua New Guinea: National Repentance Day

Intended to be marked by prayer ceremonies across the country to ask for forgiveness for wrongs

Observances on August 26th 2026

Spain: La Tomatina

Find out the dates, history and traditions of La Tomatina.

International: Raksha Bandhan

Raksha Bandhan is a Hindu festival that celebrates the love and duty between brothers and sisters.

USA: National Cherry Popsicle Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Cherry Popsicle Day

USA: National Dog Day

Celebrate National Dog day with these inspirational quotes about our canine companions.

USA: National Women’s Equality Day

Celebrates the 1920 certification of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, granting women the right to vote.

USA: National Toilet Paper Day

Flush out the details about National Toilet Paper Day on August 26th! Discover the fascinating history of this everyday essential and learn how to celebrate this surprisingly significant observance.

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General Information for August 26th 2026
There are 5 public holidays today.
Day 238 of 2026
127 days left in 2026
Week 35 of the year
On this Day in History
1914 - World War I: the German colony of Togoland is invaded by French and British forces, who take it after 5 days.
1346 - Hundred Years' War: the military supremacy of the English longbow over the French combination of crossbow and armoured knights is established at the Battle of Crécy.
1071 - Battle of Manzikert: The Seljuk Turks defeat the Byzantine Army at Manzikert.
Every year - The infamous Annual World Bog Snorkelling Championships take in the town of Llanwrtyd Wells, Powys, Wales.