April Fools' Day 2026
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
April Fools' Day 2026 fell on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 (a Wednesday). See April Fools' Day 2027 โ
When is April Fools' Day 2026?
April Fools' Day 2026 fell on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. It was a Wednesday.
How many days until April Fools' Day 2026?
As of October 14, 2026, it has been 196 days since April Fools' Day 2026, which fell on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
- Date
- Wednesday, April 1, 2026
- Day of week
- Wednesday
- Type
- Social Observances
- Duration
- 1 day
Other holidays in April 2026
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April Fools' Day on April 1 is a lighthearted global custom of harmless pranks, hoaxes and practical jokes, celebrated by friends, families, brands and the media in a spirit of good humour.
For the full story โ history, meaning, traditions, foods and FAQs โ see the April Fools' Day guide.