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When is Day of the Dead 2026?

Day of the Dead falls on different dates around the world in 2026. The first is Sunday, November 1, 2026 and the last is Monday, November 2, 2026, across 2 countries.

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Day of the Dead 2026 by country

CountryDateType
🇸🇮 Sloveniadan spomina na mrtveNovember 1SundayPublic holiday
🇸🇻 El SalvadorEl día de los difuntosNovember 2MondayPublic holiday

Questions about Day of the Dead

When is Day of the Dead in 2026?
It depends on the country. In 2026 it falls on November 1 and November 2. The table above shows the date for each country.
Which countries celebrate Day of the Dead?
Day of the Dead is marked in 2 countries: El Salvador and Slovenia.
Is Day of the Dead a public holiday?
Yes, it's a public holiday in El Salvador and Slovenia. Elsewhere it may be an observance or a regional holiday, so check the table for each country.

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