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Days Until November 26th

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November 26th, 2026

Last reviewed on May 7, 2026.

About November 26th

November 26th is one of 365 days on the calendar — and like every date, it has its own mix of facts, observances, and history. November 26, 1789 was designated by George Washington as the first national Day of Thanksgiving in the United States. The countdown below shows how many days remain until the next November 26th, with notes on what the date is known for, the traditions associated with it, and notable events that have happened on this day.

📚 Interesting Facts

November 26, 1789 was designated by George Washington as the first national Day of Thanksgiving in the United States

People born on November 26th are Sagittarius, known for their adventurous, optimistic, and philosophical nature

This is typically day 330 of the year in non-leap years, with approximately 35 days remaining until New Year's Eve

The classic film 'Casablanca' starring Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman premiered in New York on this day in 1942

The first Polaroid camera went on sale on November 26, 1948, revolutionizing instant photography

🎊 Traditions & Celebrations

In many years, November 26th is Thanksgiving Day in the United States - a major holiday for family gatherings and gratitude

National Cake Day in the United States celebrates the art of cake baking and decorating

National Milk Day in India honors Dr. Verghese Kurien, the 'Father of the White Revolution' and celebrates the dairy industry

Many families begin their Christmas shopping on this day, especially when it follows Thanksgiving (Black Friday)

Shopping Day - traditionally one of the busiest retail days when it falls after Thanksgiving

📜 Historical Events on This Day

1789

President George Washington proclaimed November 26 as a national Day of Thanksgiving, the first such celebration in the United States

1865

Lewis Carroll's 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' was published in the United States for the first time

1922

British archaeologist Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon became the first people to enter King Tutankhamun's tomb in over 3,000 years

1941

Admiral Chuichi Nagumo led the Japanese First Air Fleet toward Pearl Harbor, setting the stage for the December 7 attack

1942

The classic film 'Casablanca' premiered in New York City, becoming one of Hollywood's most celebrated movies

1948

The first Polaroid camera (Model 95) went on sale at Jordan Marsh department store in Boston

1966

The Rance Tidal Power Station in Brittany, France was inaugurated by President Charles de Gaulle

1983

Six thousand gold bars worth nearly 26 million pounds were stolen from the Brink's-Mat vault at Heathrow Airport in London

2008

A series of coordinated terrorist attacks began in Mumbai, India, lasting four days and resulting in 166 deaths and over 300 injuries

2011

NASA's Mars Science Laboratory mission launched, carrying the Curiosity rover to Mars

Why Count Down to November 26th?

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