This is our day guide for Wednesday December 9th 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 9th 2026
Antigua and Barbuda: V.C. Bird Day
V.C. Bird Day is a public holiday in Antigua and Barbuda on December 9th. It is a day to honour and celebrate the contributions of Sir Vere Cornwell Bird to the nation.Regional
India (regional): Losoong/Namsoong
An important harvest festival for Lepchas and Bhutias in Sikkim.
Peru: Battle of Ayacucho
Marks an important victory in the 19th century struggle for independence across Latin America.
Tanzania: Independence Day
Celebrates Tanganyika's independence from British rule in 1961December 8th 2026 | Go to Today | December 10th 2026
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| General Information for December 9th 2026 | |
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| There are 4 public holidays today. | |
| Day 343 of 2026 | |
| 22 days left in 2026 | |
| Week 50 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1988 – The Michael Hughes Bridge in Sligo, Ireland, is officially opened. | |
| 1979 – The eradication of the smallpox virus is certified, making smallpox the first and to date only human disease driven to extinction. | |
| 1966 - Barbados joins the United Nations. | |
| 1856 – The Iranian city of Bushehr surrenders to occupying British forces. |
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