• United Arab Emirates — National Day (Eid Al Etihad)

    International

    United Arab Emirates — National Day (Eid Al Etihad) is on Wednesday 2 December 2026.The United Arab Emirates celebrates its national day on 2 December.Country or nation: United Arab Emirates.DatesYearDate2026Wednesday...

  • National Grief Awareness Week 2026

    United Kingdom , United Kingdom

    National Grief Awareness Week 2026 runs from Wednesday 2 to Tuesday 8 December. What is National Grief Awareness Week? National Grief Awareness Week is a UK campaign led by The...

  • International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2026

    International

    International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2026 is on Thursday 3 December 2026. International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) is a globally recognized observance dedicated to promoting the rights...

  • International Day of Banks 2026

    International

    On December 4, 2026, the world will observe the International Day of Banks, a United Nations-designated day recognizing the pivotal role banks play in fostering sustainable development, financial inclusion, and...

  • Hanukkah 2026

    International

    Hanukkah 2026 begins at sunset on Friday 4 December 2026 and ends at nightfall on Saturday 12 December 2026. Hanukkah always starts on the 25th day of Kislev in the...

  • International Volunteer Day 2026

    International

    International Volunteer Day is on Saturday 5 December 2026. The UN observance recognises the contribution of volunteers and provides an opportunity to improve how organisations support the people who give their time and skills.

  • Walt Disney’s Birthday 2026

    United States , United States

    Walt Disney was born in Chicago on 5 December 1901. His birthday falls on Saturday in 2026, marking 125 years since his birth. It is an opportunity to explore his work and the contributions of the many people involved in Disney animation and entertainment.

  • Thailand National Day 2026

    Thailand , Thailand

    Thailand's National Day is on Saturday 5 December 2026. The date also marks the birthday anniversary of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej and Father's Day in Thailand. The Bank of Thailand lists Monday 7 December as the substitute financial-institution holiday.

  • Tree Dressing Day 2026

    United Kingdom , United Kingdom

    Tree Dressing Day 2026 runs from Saturday 5 December 2026 to Sunday 6 December 2026. Tree Dressing Day is an annual celebration that honors trees and the vital role they...

  • Finland Independence Day

    International

    Finland Independence Day is on Sunday 6 December 2026.Finland declared independence on 6 December 1917.Country or nation: Finland.DatesYearDate2026Sunday 6 December 20262027Monday 6 December 20272028Wednesday 6 December 2028Official sourcesum.fiprotocol.dfat.gov.auExplore national days...

  • International Civil Aviation Day 2026

    International

    International Civil Aviation Day 2026 is on Monday 7 December 2026. International Civil Aviation Day is a global observance that celebrates the importance of civil aviation and its contributions to...

  • National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day 2026

    United States , United States

    National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day is a solemn observance in the United States that honors and remembers the victims of the attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, on December 7, 1941....

  • National Cotton Candy Day 2026

    United States , United States

    National Cotton Candy Day 2026 is on Monday 7 December 2026. National Cotton Candy Day is a sweet and nostalgic celebration dedicated to the fluffy, sugary delight known as cotton...

  • National Brownie Day 2026

    International

    Every December 8, chocolate lovers and home bakers unite to celebrate one of the most beloved desserts in the world: the brownie. National Brownie Day is a joyful tribute to...

  • Immaculate Conception

    International

    The Feast of the Immaculate Conception on December 8 honors the belief in Mary's sinless conception. Discover its meaning, history, and global celebrations.

  • Syria — Liberation Day

    International

    Syria — Liberation Day is on Tuesday 8 December 2026.Marks the fall of the Assad government on 8 December; the holiday was formally included in presidential decree 188 of 2025.Country...

  • International Anti-Corruption Day 2026

    International

    International Anti-Corruption Day is on Wednesday 9 December 2026. The UN observance highlights corruption and the work needed to prevent it, with a 2026–2027 campaign examining the links between corruption and other forms of crime.