This is our day guide for Thursday May 26th 2022 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 May 26th 2022
International: Ascension Day
This day observes the departure of Jesus from earth after his resurrection. It is perhaps the earliest observed celebration in Christianity.
Georgia: Independence Day
On May 26th 1918, the National Council of Georgia declared independence from the Russian Empire and the creation of Democratic Republic of GeorgiaNot a Public Holiday
Germany: Father's Day
Celebrated on Ascension Day. Father's Day is a celebration that honours the role of fathers
Guyana: Independence Day
Marks Guyana's independence from the United Kingdom on May 26th 1966
Iran: Martyrdom of Imam Sadeq
Imam Sadeq, the sixth Shia Imam, died on 25th Shawwal, 148 AH after being poisoned by Al-Mansur
Jordan: Independence Day
On May 25th 1946, the United Nations approved the end of the British Mandate and recognized Transjordan as an independent sovereign kingdomNot a Public Holiday
Poland: Mother's Day
In Poland, Mother's Day is always celebrated on May 26thObservances on May 26th 2022
United Kingdom: Chardonnay Day
Chardonnay is the most popular of all white grape varieties.
USA: National Blueberry Cheesecake Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Blueberry Cheesecake Day
Poland: Mother's Day in Poland
Find out the dates, history and traditions of Mother’s Day in Poland.
USA: National Paper Airplane Day
Try out your hand at some simple origami today and make a classic paper airplane. As a fun way to pass the time, try out new designs, and see how far you can get it to fly!
International: World Lindy Hop Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Lindy Hop Day.
International: Ascension Day
This day observes the departure of Jesus from earth after his resurrection. It is perhaps the earliest observed celebration in Christianity.
Germany: Father's Day
Celebrated on Ascension Day. Father's Day is a celebration that honours the role of fathersMay 25th 2022 | Go to Today | May 27th 2022
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| General Information for May 26th 2022 | |
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| There are 7 public holidays today. | |
| Day 146 of 2022 | |
| 219 days left in 2022 | |
| Week 21 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1994 - Michael Jackson marries Lisa Marie Presley. | |
| 1946 - Guitarist Mick Ronson, famed for his collaboration with David Bowie, is born in Hull, Yorkshire. | |
| 1904 - Entertainer George Formby is born. | |
| 1650 - John Churchill, First Duke of Marlborough, considered to be one of the greatest military geniuses England has ever produced, is born at Ashe in Devon. |
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