January 18 National Days

January 18, 2026, is the 18th day of the year, with 347 days remaining, and it falls on a Sunday in the third week of the year.

The date highlights gourmet coffee, the value of precise language through the thesaurus, reflections on religion and shared beliefs, and the joy of snow-based activities, bringing together learning, culture, and winter fun.

Below is a list of all 7 national and international days observed on January 18, each explained briefly.

National & International Days on January 18

National Gourmet Coffee Day highlights high-quality coffee where bean origin, careful roasting, and brewing method matter as they influence flavor, aroma, and overall quality.

National Peking Duck Day celebrates Peking duck, a traditional dish from China known for its lacquered, crispy skin and tender meat. The observance highlights how a once-imperial specialty became internationally recognized, as well as the careful, day-long preparation required to achieve its distinctive texture and flavor.

National Thesaurus Day honors the birthday of Peter Mark Roget, the British physician and lexicographer who published Thesaurus of English Words and Phrases in 1852. After decades of organizing words by meaning, Roget created a tool designed to help people express ideas with greater precision. The observance has been recognized by writers and educators since at least the mid-1990s to highlight the richness of language and the value of choosing the right word.

National Winnie the Pooh Day marks the birthday of A. A. Milne, born in 1882. Observed since at least 1986, the day celebrates Winnie-the-Pooh and the stories set in the Hundred Acre Wood, which highlight friendship, kindness, and the quiet magic of childhood.

National Michigan Day celebrates the history, culture, and identity of Michigan. The January 18 date recognizes the birthday of Stevens T. Mason, whose leadership was central to Michigan’s path to becoming the 26th state in 1837. The day highlights Michigan’s development from early fur trading and Great Lakes commerce to its influence on the automobile industry and the rise of Motown.

World Religion Day* (Third Sunday in January) was established in 1950 to promote understanding among different faiths. Observed worldwide, it encourages interfaith dialogue, mutual respect, and recognition of shared spiritual values across religions.

World Snow Day* (Third Sunday in January) was launched in 2012 by the International Ski Federation as part of its “Bring Children to the Snow” initiative. The observance introduces children and families to snow activities like skiing and snowboarding while promoting active winter lifestyles, mountain safety, and awareness of protecting snowy environments.

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