Day Guide for Sunday December 13th 2026 What are the holidays on December 13th 2026?

This is our day guide for Sunday December 13th 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 13th 2026

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India (regional): Losoong/Namsoong

An important harvest festival for Lepchas and Bhutias in Sikkim.

Malta: Republic Day

On December 13th 1974, the Maltese constitution was substantially revised changing Malta from a Commonwealth realm into a republic

Saint Lucia: National Day

The country is named after Saint Lucy, who was a Christian martyr who died in 304 AD

Observances on December 13th 2026

USA: World Choral Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Choral Day

USA: Worldwide Candle Lighting Day

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USA: Gingerbread House Day

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USA: National Cocoa Day

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United Kingdom: National Hot Chocolate Day

What could be better on one of the darkest days in the year than a mug of hot chocolate.

USA: National Violin Day

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

USA: National Day Of The Horse

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Day Of The Horse.

USA: Pick A Pathologist Pal Day

Outside of movies and TV dramas, pathologists don't get enough recognition for the work they do.

Sweden: St. Lucia Day

Marks the beginning of the Christmas season and honours the memory of St. Lucia, an early Christian martyr.

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General Information for December 13th 2026
There are 3 public holidays today.
Day 347 of 2026
18 days left in 2026
Week 50 of the year
On this Day in History
2001 - Sansad Bhavan, the building housing the Indian Parliament, is attacked by terrorists. Twelve people are killed, including the terrorists.
1985 - Arrow Air Flight 1285 crashes in Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador, killing all 256 passengers and crew.
1977 – A DC-3 aircraft chartered from the Indianapolis, Indiana-based National Jet crashes near Evansville Regional Airport, killing 29, including the University of Evansvillebasketball team, support staff and boosters of the team.
1862 - American Civil War: At the Battle of Fredericksburg, Confederate General Robert E. Lee defeats Union Major General Ambrose Burnside.