Day Guide for Thursday December 3rd 2026 What are the holidays on December 3rd 2026?

This is our day guide for Thursday December 3rd 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 December 3rd 2026

Regional

Spain (regional): Feast of St. Francis Xavier

Francis was a Roman Catholic missionary born in Xavier, Kingdom of Navarre, and a co-founder of the Society of Jesus

United Arab Emirates: National Day Holiday

Commemorates formal nationalisation from the British Protectorate Treaties on 2 December 1971

Observances on December 3rd 2026

United Nations: International Day of Persons with Disabilities 

A UN sanctioned day that aims to promote an understanding of people with disability

USA: National Roof Over Your Head Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Roof Over Your Head Day

International: International Day of the Basque Language

Discover the fascinating history and unique characteristics of Euskara on International Day of the Basque Language. Learn about this ancient language and how to celebrate!Discover its history, how it's celebrated, and how you can join the fun.

USA: National Make a Gift Day

Discover National Make a Gift Day! Learn why handmade gifts are special, get ideas, and find out how to celebrate this heartwarming observance.

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General Information for December 3rd 2026
There are 2 public holidays today.
Day 337 of 2026
28 days left in 2026
Week 49 of the year
On this Day in History
1979 - Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini becomes the first Supreme Leader of Iran.
1976 – An assassination attempt is made on Bob Marley. He is shot twice, but will play a concert only two days later.
1973 - Pioneer program: Pioneer 10 sends back the first close-up images of Jupiter.
1927 - Putting Pants on Philip, the first Laurel and Hardy film, is released.