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When is International Literacy Day 2026?
International Literacy Day 2026 is on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 in United States.
The United Nations' (UN) International Literacy Day is held on September 8 each year.
See September 8 on the world mapInternational Literacy Day 2026 by country
| Country | Date |
|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | September 8Tuesday |
Questions about International Literacy Day
- When is International Literacy Day in 2026?
- International Literacy Day is on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
- Which countries celebrate International Literacy Day?
- International Literacy Day is marked in 1 country: United States.
- Is International Literacy Day a public holiday?
- In 2026 it's listed as an observance or regional holiday rather than a nationwide day off. Check the table for each country.
Other holidays around the same time
- Labour Day March 2
- Independence Day January 1
- Father's Day January 4
- Labor Day April 30
- National Day February 4
- Constitution Day January 7
- Victory Day January 2
- Children's Day January 6
- Armed Forces Day January 20
- Teachers' Day January 15
- Revolution Day January 3
- Army Day January 6