Here are the holidays that fall on Wednesday in 2026 (based on U.S. holiday calendars and public observances online):
- Orthodox Christmas Day – Wednesday, January 7, 2026
- International Programmers’ Day – Wednesday, January 7, 2026
- Orthodox New Year – Wednesday, January 14, 2026
- National Hot Dog Day – Wednesday, July 15, 2026
- National Chicken Wing Day – Wednesday, July 29, 2026
- National Pastry Day – Wednesday, December 9, 2026
Summary
The main U.S. federal holiday that falls on a Wednesday in 2026 is Veterans Day (Nov 11). A handful of other cultural, religious, and “fun” observances also occur on Wednesdays throughout the year.
Check out this full complete list of US holidays in 2026
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