December 26: National Days, Holidays & Observances
December 26 is day 360 of the year, with 5 days left until the year ends. In 2026 it falls on a Saturday. There are 3 observances on this date.
Boxing Day
Boxing Day on December 26 is a holiday in the UK, Canada, Australia and more. Origins of the name, traditions, sports, sales…
Independence and Unity Day (Slovenia)
Slovenia’s Independence and Unity Day on December 26 marks the 1990 plebiscite results for independence. History, timeline, celebrations and FAQs.
St. Stephen’s Day
St. Stephen’s Day on December 26 honours the first Christian martyr. Who Saint Stephen was, traditions in Ireland and Europe, Good King…