What national days are on December 21, 2026?

December 21, 2026 has 4 observances: Winter Solstice, Yule, World Basketball Day and Crossword Puzzle Day.

What day of the year is December 21?

December 21 is the 355th day of 2026, out of 365 days.

There are 10 days left in 2026 after December 21.

December 21, 2026 falls on a Monday.

December 21 is Winter Solstice, plus 3 more. Here’s everything celebrated on this date.

4observances on this date

355thday of 2026 (out of 365)

10days left in 2026

Dec 21

The winter solstice, around December 21, is the shortest day and longest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. Learn the…

Dec 21

Yule is a midwinter festival held around the winter solstice. Learn its Germanic roots, the Yule log and how Yule traditions live…

Dec 21

World Basketball Day on December 21 marks the first basketball game in 1891. Learn how James Naismith invented the sport and why…

Dec 21

Crossword Puzzle Day on December 21 marks the first crossword, published in 1913. Learn its history and tips for solving tougher puzzles.

What national days are on December 21, 2026?: December 21, 2026 has 4 observances: Winter Solstice, Yule, World Basketball Day and Crossword Puzzle Day.
What day of the year is December 21?: December 21 is the 355th day of 2026, out of 365 days.
How many days are left in the year after December 21?: There are 10 days left in 2026 after December 21.
What day of the week is December 21, 2026?: December 21, 2026 falls on a Monday.

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