This is our day guide for Thursday May 7th 2026 which shows you at a glance what's happening on this day around the world. Using the calendar on this page, you can look at a day guide for any day. Why not look up your birthday to see which holidays you share it with?

Observances on May 7th 2026

Day of the Soldier

Day of the Soldier

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Day of the Soldier in El Salvador.

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World Password Day

World Password Day

This day was created to raise awareness about the importance of using strong passwords.

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Beaufort Scale Day

Beaufort Scale Day

Observed on the birthday of Sir Francis Beaufort, who was born on this day in 1774.

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World Athletics Day

World Athletics Day 🏅

Discover the history of World Athletics Day, celebrated every May 7th, and find out how you can get involved in the exciting world of track and field.

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National Day of Prayer

National Day of Prayer

Each year since 1957, the president has signed a proclamation encouraging all Americans to pray on this day.

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National Day of Reason

National Day of Reason

The National Day of Reason was created by the American Humanist Association and the Washington Area Secular Humanists in 2003.

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National Barrier Awareness Day

National Barrier Awareness Day

Let's help break barriers for individuals with disabilities for National Barrier Awareness Day!

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National Paste Up Day

National Paste Up Day

Font used to mean the individual cast letters used to print newspapers.

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National Roast Leg of Lamb Day

National Roast Leg of Lamb Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Roast Leg of Lamb Day

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National Cosmo Day

National Cosmo Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Cosmo Day

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World Beer Pong Day

World Beer Pong Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Beer Pong Day

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Public Holidays on May 7th 2026

Defender's Day

Defender's Day

May 7th honours all those who have served in the Kazakh armed forces past and present

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