Day Guide for Wednesday October 28th 2026 What are the holidays on October 28th 2026?

This is our day guide for Wednesday October 28th 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 October 28th 2026

International: Ochi Day

Also known as 'World War ΙΙ National Holiday', this holiday celebrates Greece's refusal to yield to the Axis powers in 1940.

Czech Republic: Independent Czechoslovak State Day

Marks the creation of Czechoslovakia in 1918

Turkiye: Republic Day Holiday

On October 29th 1923, the Turkish constitution was amended and Turkey became a republic

Observances on October 28th 2026

USA: National Chocolate Day

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

United Kingdom: Wild Foods Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Wild Foods Day

International: International Creole Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of International Creole Day

Germany: World Savings Day

A day to highlight the importance of saving and thrift to ensure a better financial future.

Ukraine: Day of the Liberation of Ukraine

Marks the expulsion of the last Nazi troops from Ukraine in 1944.

USA: National First Responders Day

This day honors the heroic men and women who run towards danger every day to help their fellow citizens.

USA: National Immigrants Day

Celebrate National Immigrants Day on October 28th, honoring the rich history and diverse contributions of immigrants that shape America's vibrant fabric.

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General Information for October 28th 2026
There are 3 public holidays today.
Day 301 of 2026
64 days left in 2026
Week 44 of the year
On this Day in History
1982 – The Spanish Socialist Workers' Party wins elections, leading to the first Socialist government in Spain after death of Franco. Felipe Gonzalez becomes Prime Minister-elect.
1962 – End of Cuban missile crisis: Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev orders the removal of Soviet missiles from Cuba.
1958 - John XXIII is elected Pope.
1538 – The first university in the New World, the Universidad Santo Tomás de Aquino, is established.