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When is National Hero Day 2026?

National Hero Day falls on different dates around the world in 2026. The first is Thursday, September 17, 2026 and the last is Friday, September 18, 2026, across 1 country.

National Hero Day is a public holiday in Angola

Also listed as Day off for National Hero Day.

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National Hero Day 2026 by country

CountryDateType
🇦🇴 AngolaSeptember 17ThursdayPublic holiday
🇦🇴 AngolaDay off for National Hero DaySeptember 18FridayPublic holiday

Questions about National Hero Day

When is National Hero Day in 2026?
It depends on the country. In 2026 it falls on September 17 and September 18. The table above shows the date for each country.
Which countries celebrate National Hero Day?
National Hero Day is marked in 1 country: Angola.
Is National Hero Day a public holiday?
Yes, it's a public holiday in Angola. Elsewhere it may be an observance or a regional holiday, so check the table for each country.

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