Official Public Holiday
Victory Day
Victory Day is listed as a public holiday in Iraq.
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December 10, 2026
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Thursday, December 10, 2026
Official observances, world days, local context, and everyday celebrations for people who need something worth reading, sharing, or talking about today.
UN International Day
Human Rights Day
A United Nations observance marking the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the dignity owed to every person.
World Calendar Day
World Last Minute Errand Day
A day for the thing remembered at the door, bought before closing, delivered before supper, or rescued just in time.
Regional/Cultural Day
Youm al-Zafar
The anniversary of the defeat of ISIS in Iraq, declared in 2017. The day is marked with military parades and speeches about the sacrifice of the Iraqi security forces and the Popular Mobilization Forces. The victory was real, but the aftermath is ongoing, and the day is both celebration and sober reflection.
Regional/Cultural Day
Iraq Errand List Day
A practical celebration of the list that saves the day, even when one item is remembered only after reaching the door.
Regional/Cultural Day
Window Plant Day
A day for herbs, flowers, seedlings, balcony pots, and every bit of green people manage to keep alive.
Regional/Cultural Day
Animals of Palestine Day
You encounter the iconic Arabian oryx, Palestinian sunbird, and rock hyrax as the most distinctive wildlife native to Palestinian territories. You commonly see people keeping cats, dogs, and pigeons as pets throughout Palestinian communities. ACADA celebrates the world's pets, and helps assure better care.
Regional/Cultural Day
Products of French Southern and Antarctic Lands Day
You celebrate the hardy provisions and equipment designed for Antarctic research stations, where French thermal wear and specialized food supplies sustain scientists in the world's most extreme environment. You recognize that these practical goods represent France's commitment to polar exploration and the preservation of one of Earth's last frontiers.