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Monday, 5 April 2027

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About First Contact Day

First Contact Day is marked on 5 April each year. It’s one of the food and fun days listed on Wikipedia.

In 2027 it falls on a Monday; in 2028 it’s on Wednesday 5 April, and in 2029 on Thursday 5 April. Also in April 2027: Qingming Festival (5 Apr), National Caramel Day (5 Apr) and International Day of Conscience (5 Apr). From this page you can add it to your calendar, get an email before it, share the countdown, or show it full screen.

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It’s on 5 April every year.
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YearDate
2027Monday, 5 April
2028Wednesday, 5 April
2029Thursday, 5 April
2030Friday, 5 April
2031Saturday, 5 April
2032Monday, 5 April
2033Tuesday, 5 April
2034Wednesday, 5 April
2035Thursday, 5 April
2036Saturday, 5 April

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