Day Guide for Thursday February 26th 2026

This is our day guide for Thursday February 26th 2026 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?

Observances on February 26th 2026

National Toast Day 🍞

Celebrate National Toast Day with creative toppings and toasting techniques, and savor the deliciousness of this beloved breakfast staple.

National Chili Day

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National Pistachio Day

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National Tell a Fairy Tale Day

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Letter to an Elder Day

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General Information for February 26th 2026

There are 5 observances on this day.
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Day 57 of 2026
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Week 09 of the year

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On this Day in History

2004 - The Republic of Macedonia's President Boris Trajkovski dies in an air crash when his plane crashes into a mountain near Mostar airport, due to pilot error.
1935 - Robert Watson-Watt carries out a demonstration near Daventry, UK, which leads directly to the development of radar.
1802 - Victor Hugo, author of the novel Les Miserables, is born.
1524 - English poet and playwright Christopher Marlowe is believed to have been born on this day. Famous for his plays The Jew of Malta and The Tragedy of Dr Faustus, Marlowe's death is surrounded in mystery and conspiracy theories.