St. George's Day 2026
This event took place on Thursday, April 23, 2026. Here is everything about it.
๐ Thursday, April 23, 2026
๐ About St. George's Day 2026
Celebrated on April 23, St. George's Day honors England's patron saint, a Roman soldier of Greek origin who, according to medieval legend, slew a dragon to save a princess. George was adopted as England's patron during the Crusades, and Edward III made him patron of the Order of the Garter in 1348. Unlike St. Patrick's Day in Ireland or St. Andrew's Day in Scotland, St. George's Day is relatively low-key and is not a public holiday, though campaigns to elevate it have grown in recent years. Fittingly, April 23 is also the accepted date of both Shakespeare's birth and death, adding a literary dimension to celebrations of English identity.
๐ Quick Facts
- Date
- Thursday, April 23, 2026
- Day of the Week
- Thursday
- Days Remaining
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- Category
- National Days
โ Frequently Asked Questions
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St. George's Day 2026 is on Thursday, April 23, 2026.
Celebrated on April 23, St. George's Day honors England's patron saint, a Roman soldier of Greek origin who, according to medieval legend, slew a dragon to save a princess. George was adopted as England's patron during the Crusades, and Edward III made him patron of the Order of the Garter in 1348. Unlike St. Patrick's Day in Ireland or St. Andrew's Day in Scotland, St. George's Day is relatively low-key and is not a public holiday, though campaigns to elevate it have grown in recent years. Fittingly, April 23 is also the accepted date of both Shakespeare's birth and death, adding a literary dimension to celebrations of English identity.
St. George's Day 2026 falls on a Thursday.