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When is Thanksgiving Day 2026?
Thanksgiving Day falls on different dates around the world in 2026. The first is Monday, October 12, 2026 and the last is Thursday, November 26, 2026, across 8 countries.
Thanksgiving Day is a holiday to give thanks for the blessings in one's life, particularly the harvest. It is a day off work for many Canadians.
See October 12 on the world mapThanksgiving Day 2026 by country
| Country | Date |
|---|---|
| 🇨🇦 Canada | October 12Monday |
| 🇬🇩 Grenada | October 25Sunday |
| 🇱🇷 Liberia | November 5Thursday |
| 🇳🇫 Norfolk Island | November 25Wednesday |
| 🇵🇼 Palau | November 26Thursday |
| 🇵🇷 Puerto RicoDía de Acción de Gracias | November 26Thursday |
| 🇻🇮 U.S. Virgin Islands | November 26Thursday |
| 🇺🇸 United States | November 26Thursday |
Questions about Thanksgiving Day
- When is Thanksgiving Day in 2026?
- It depends on the country. In 2026 it falls on October 12, October 25, November 5, November 25 and November 26. The table above shows the date for each country.
- Which countries celebrate Thanksgiving Day?
- Thanksgiving Day is marked in 8 countries: Canada, Grenada, Liberia, Norfolk Island, Palau, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands and United States.
- Is Thanksgiving Day a public holiday?
- Yes, it's a public holiday in Canada, Grenada, Liberia, Norfolk Island, Palau, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands and United States. Elsewhere it may be an observance or a regional holiday, so check the table for each country.
Other holidays around the same time
- Labour Day March 2
- Independence Day January 1
- Mother's Day February 8
- National Day February 4
- Constitution Day January 7
- Republic Day January 1
- Liberation Day January 1
- King's Birthday April 20
- National Heroes' Day January 20
- Teachers' Day January 15
- Armed Forces Day January 20
- Revolution Day January 3