December 2026 Days

1Tuesday, December 1, 2026

World AIDS Day December 1 International The first-ever global health day, dedicated to raising awareness of HIV, supporting people living with HIV and remembering those who have died…

3Thursday, December 3, 2026

International Day of Persons with Disabilities December 3 International A UN day promoting the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities in every sphere of society.

5Saturday, December 5, 2026

International Volunteer Day December 5 International A UN day celebrating volunteers and the difference they make in communities around the world. World Soil Day December 5 International An FAO-led day highlighting the importance of healthy soil for food, water and climate.

9Wednesday, December 9, 2026

International Anti-Corruption Day December 9 International A UN day raising awareness of corruption and of the UN Convention against Corruption.

10Thursday, December 10, 2026

Human Rights Day December 10 International The anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the UN General Assembly in Paris on December 10, 1948.

11Friday, December 11, 2026

International Mountain Day December 11 International A UN day highlighting the importance of mountains for water, biodiversity and the people who live in them.

16Wednesday, December 16, 2026

Victory Day (Bangladesh) December 16 National Bangladesh's national day marking victory in the Liberation War on December 16, 1971.

18Friday, December 18, 2026

International Migrants Day December 18 International A UN day recognising the contributions of migrants and the importance of protecting their rights. World Arabic Language Day December 18 International A UNESCO day celebrating the Arabic language and its contribution to culture, science and civilisation.

25Friday, December 25, 2026

Christmas Day December 25 Religious The Christian festival celebrating the birth of Jesus, and a cultural holiday enjoyed worldwide with gifts, decorations and family gatherings.

31Thursday, December 31, 2026

New Year’s Eve December 31 Celebration The last day of the Gregorian year, celebrated with parties, countdowns and fireworks at midnight.