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21 holidays observed on this day
Thursday, January 1 2026

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January 1 2026

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What January 1 celebrates

21 holidays observed around the world. Sorted by what people are loving today.

National Uno Day MOST LOVED TODAY
Pop Culture Gaming United States

National Uno Day

Celebrate National Uno Day with strategy, luck, and a dash of chaos—grab spicy pickles, gather friends, and prepare to shout UNO!

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New Year’s Day
Historical Origin
New Year’s Day

Public holiday on January 1 marking the start of the new calendar year and celebrated across cultures worldwide.

Federal International
03
Global Family Day
Observance
Global Family Day

Gather your family together for Global Family Day and enjoy quality time with each other, creating memories that will last a lifetime!

Relationships Family International
04
World Day of Peace
Observance
World Day of Peace

Join us in celebrating World Day of Peace and help spread love, kindness, and harmony around the world!

Religion Christian International
05
Polar Bear Plunge Day
Community origin
Polar Bear Plunge Day

Brave the chill and take the plunge! Join in the fun of Polar Bear Plunge Day and experience a wild and daring adventure!

Fun Unique United States
06
Apple Gifting Day
Food observance
Apple Gifting Day

Get ready to spread some apple-y love on Apple Gifting Day - the perfect time to share delicious treats and gifts with friends and family! 🍎🎁

Food Fruit United States
07
Z Day
Individual Initiative
Z Day

Cultural observance on January 1 to prioritize people and things beginning with the letter Z by reversing standard alphabetical order.

Names International
08
Commitment Day
Awareness day
Commitment Day

Ready to make a commitment that will change your life? Join us for Commitment Day and take the first step towards a healthier, happier you!

Awareness Values International
09
National Bloody Mary Day
Food observance
National Bloody Mary Day

Cheers to National Bloody Mary Day! Enjoy this classic brunch cocktail with friends or whip up your own delicious recipe at home.

Food Alcohol United States
10
National Hangover Day
Community origin
National Hangover Day

Recover from last night's shenanigans and toast to National Hangover Day with a hearty breakfast and lots of water!

Fun Silly United States
11
Ring a Bell Day
Observance
Ring a Bell Day

Don't forget to "ring a bell" on this special day - whether it's for a good cause or just to spread some positivity, let your voice be heard!

Seasonal Winter International
12
Universal Hour of Peace
Awareness day
Universal Hour of Peace

Join the movement and spread love, kindness, and peace during Universal Hour of Peace - let's make the world a better place together!

Awareness Violence Prevention International
13
Copyright Law Day
Observance
Copyright Law Day

Don't let your creative work go unprotected - learn about copyright laws and how to protect your intellectual property on Copyright Law Day!

Culture Civics United States
14
Public Domain Day
Observance
Public Domain Day

Celebrate Public Domain Day by exploring and sharing works of art, music, literature, and more that are now available to the public!

Culture Civics International
15
Tournament of Roses Parade
Observance
Tournament of Roses Parade

Experience the magic and color of the Tournament of Roses Parade – where flowers come to life and march down the streets!

Seasonal Winter United States
16
Solemnity of Mary
Observance
Solemnity of Mary

Honor the mother of Jesus and celebrate her important role in Christianity on Solemnity of Mary. Let's reflect on her virtues and teachings.

Religion Christian International
17
Rose Bowl Game
Observance
Rose Bowl Game

Get ready for the ultimate showdown in college football - the Rose Bowl Game! Don't miss out on this iconic and exciting event.

Sports Team Sports United States
18
Ellis Island Day
Observance
Ellis Island Day

On Ellis Island Day, let's honor the millions of immigrants who passed through this historic gateway to America and celebrate our diverse heritage!

Culture Civics United States
19
Mummer’s Parade
Observance
Mummer’s Parade

Get ready for a festive and colorful celebration with the annual Mummer's Parade - full of vibrant costumes, lively music, and endless fun!

Culture Regional United States
20
Sudan Independence Day
Observance
Sudan Independence Day

On Sudan Independence Day, let's honor the strength and resilience of the Sudanese people as they celebrate their rich history and culture.

Culture Civics Sudan
21
Triumph of the Revolution
Observance
Triumph of the Revolution

Marking the triumph of a historic revolution - let's honor the courage and sacrifices made by our ancestors on this memorable day!

Culture Civics Cuba
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47 month-long observances that include January 1.

International Creativity Month
All of January
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Hobbies
National Train Your Dog Month
All of January
National Train Your Dog Month
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Get Organized Month
All of January
Get Organized Month
Lifestyle
National Staying Healthy Month
All of January
National Staying Healthy Month
Health
Financial Wellness Month
All of January
Financial Wellness Month
Business
International Quality of Life Month
All of January
International Quality of Life Month
Health
National Blood Donor Month
All of January
National Blood Donor Month
Awareness
Family Fit Lifestyle Month
All of January
Family Fit Lifestyle Month
Health
​Thyroid Awareness Month
All of January
​Thyroid Awareness Month
Awareness
National Book Blitz Month
All of January
National Book Blitz Month
School
National Hot Tea Month
All of January
National Hot Tea Month
Food
National Bath Safety Month
All of January
National Bath Safety Month
Awareness
National Mentoring Month
All of January
National Mentoring Month
Awareness
Dry January
All of January
Dry January
Health
Cervical Health Awareness Month
All of January
Cervical Health Awareness Month
Awareness
National Oatmeal Month
All of January
National Oatmeal Month
Food
Veganuary
All of January
Veganuary
Health
Self-Love Month
All of January
Self-Love Month
Health
Walk Your Dog Month
All of January
Walk Your Dog Month
Animals
Be Kind To Food Servers Month
All of January
Be Kind To Food Servers Month
Careers
National Hobby Month
All of January
National Hobby Month
Hobbies
National Meat Month
All of January
National Meat Month
Food
National Thank You Month
All of January
National Thank You Month
Awareness
National Soup Month
All of January
National Soup Month
Food
National Slow Cooking Month
All of January
National Slow Cooking Month
Lifestyle
Celebration Of Life Month
All of January
Celebration Of Life Month
Awareness
National Birth Defects Prevention Month
All of January
National Birth Defects Prevention Month
Awareness
National Braille Literacy Month
All of January
National Braille Literacy Month
Awareness
Teen Driving Awareness Month
All of January
Teen Driving Awareness Month
Awareness
Manuary
All of January
Manuary
Style
National Glaucoma Awareness Month
All of January
National Glaucoma Awareness Month
Awareness
Ginuary
All of January
Ginuary
Food
March of Dimes Birth Defects Prevention Month
All of January
March of Dimes Birth Defects Prevention Month
Awareness
National Codependency Awareness Month
All of January
National Codependency Awareness Month
Awareness
National Eye Care Month
All of January
National Eye Care Month
Health
Poverty Awareness Month
All of January
Poverty Awareness Month
Awareness
Get A Balanced Life Month
All of January
Get A Balanced Life Month
Health
International Brain Teaser Month
All of January
International Brain Teaser Month
Pop Culture
Little Things Mental Health Campaign
All of January
Little Things Mental Health Campaign
Awareness
National Be On-Purpose Month
All of January
National Be On-Purpose Month
Health
National CBD Month
All of January
National CBD Month
Health
National Clean Up Your Computer Month
All of January
National Clean Up Your Computer Month
Tech
National Menudo Month
All of January
National Menudo Month
Food
National Pre-Pregnancy Awareness Month
All of January
National Pre-Pregnancy Awareness Month
Awareness
National Radon Action Month
All of January
National Radon Action Month
Awareness
National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month
All of January
National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month
Awareness
Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month
All of January
Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month
Sports
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