This is our day guide for Friday January 2nd 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 January 2nd 2026

National Buffet Day

National Buffet Day

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

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National Cream Puff Day

National Cream Puff Day

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National Personal Trainer Awareness Day

National Personal Trainer Awareness Day

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National Science Fiction Day

National Science Fiction Day

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Public Holidays on January 2nd 2026

Day after New Year's Day

Day after New Year's Day

Some countries observe a second public holiday for New Year's celebration

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Winter Solstice in Bhutan

Winter Solstice in Bhutan

In the Bhutanese calendar, this is the first day of Winter and the shortest day of the year.

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Berchtolds Day

Berchtolds Day

The holiday commemorates Duke Berchtold V, who founded Bern, the capital of Switzerland.

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