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Festivus
Dec 23
Festivus on December 23 is the 'holiday for the rest of us', with an aluminum pole, the Airing of Grievances and Feats…
December 23: National Days & Holidays
December 23 is Festivus, plus 2 more. Here’s everything celebrated on this date.
3observances on this date
357thday of 2026 (out of 365)
8days left in 2026
🍕 Food & Drink
National Pfeffernüsse Day
Dec 23
National Pfeffernüsse Day on December 23 celebrates the German spiced holiday cookie. Learn its history, spices and how to bake pfeffernüsse at…
💞 People & Relationships
National Roots Day
Dec 23
National Roots Day on December 23 encourages exploring your family history. Learn genealogy tips, free records and how to start a family…
December 23 at a glance
- What national days are on December 23, 2026?
- December 23, 2026 has 3 observances: Festivus, National Pfeffernüsse Day and National Roots Day.
- What day of the year is December 23?
- December 23 is the 357th day of 2026, out of 365 days.
- How many days are left in the year after December 23?
- There are 8 days left in 2026 after December 23.
- What day of the week is December 23, 2026?
- December 23, 2026 falls on a Wednesday.
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