December 2026 National Days, Awareness Days & Holidays
Discover all awareness days, national days, weeks, and months happening in December 2026. Browse by date, filter by category, and add events to your content planner.
Key dates and national days in December
- Giving Tuesday1 Dec
- Advent1 Dec
- World AIDS Day1 Dec
- International Day of Persons with Disabilities3 Dec
- Hanukkah4 Dec
- Christmas Jumper Day10 Dec
- Human Rights Day10 Dec
- Christmas Day25 Dec
- Boxing Day26 Dec
- New Years Eve31 Dec
Awareness Months in December 2026
All December 2026 Awareness Days by Date
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Planning content for December? See the key dates on the marketing calendar and the lighter days on the social media holidays list.
Frequently Asked Questions
What national days are in December 2026?
There are 71 national days, awareness days, and observances in December 2026. This includes 63 single-day events, 5 awareness weeks, and 3 awareness months covering health, community, food, education, and more.
What awareness month is December?
December 2026 is home to 3 awareness months and month-long campaigns. Browse the full list above to discover all the causes and observances being marked throughout the month.
What holidays and special days are in December?
December 2026 includes 63 single-day events, 5 awareness weeks, and 3 awareness months. These range from international observances and national days to fun and quirky celebrations.
How many awareness days are in December?
There are 71 total awareness events in December 2026. This includes national days, international observances, awareness weeks, and month-long campaigns. Awareness Days maintains one of the most comprehensive calendars of these events.
What is December known for?
December is known for 71 awareness days and national observances. It is a key month for awareness campaigns, with 3 month-long observances and 5 awareness weeks running alongside 63 individual days.