This is our day guide for Thursday August 26th 2027 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 2027
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 wrongsAugust 25th 2027 | Go to Today | August 27th 2027
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| General Information for August 26th 2027 | |
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| There are 2 public holidays today. | |
| Day 238 of 2027 | |
| 127 days left in 2027 | |
| Week 34 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1978 - Papal conclave: Pope John Paul I is elected to the Papacy. | |
| 1966 - The Namibian War of Independence starts with the battle at Omugulugwombashe. | |
| 1920 - The 19th amendment to United States Constitution takes effect, giving women the right to vote. | |
| 1883 - At midday, the Krakatau volcano begins to erupt; it's still the most powerful volcanic eruption in recorded history. |
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