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Observance · United States

Leif Erikson Day is coming up.

Saturday, 9 October 2027

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About Leif Erikson Day

Leif Erikson Day is marked on 9 October each year in the United States. It’s one of the observances proclaimed by US presidents listed on Wikipedia.

In 2027 it falls on a Saturday; in 2028 it’s on Monday 9 October, and in 2029 on Tuesday 9 October. This time it falls at the weekend; some countries move the day off to a weekday when that happens. Also in October 2027: World Post Day (9 Oct), Dussehra (9 Oct) and International Beer and Pizza Day (9 Oct). From this page you can add it to your calendar, get an email before it, share the countdown, or show it full screen.

How we work out the date
It’s on 9 October every year.
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Dates

YearDate
2027Saturday, 9 October
2028Monday, 9 October
2029Tuesday, 9 October
2030Wednesday, 9 October
2031Thursday, 9 October
2032Saturday, 9 October
2033Sunday, 9 October
2034Monday, 9 October
2035Tuesday, 9 October
2036Thursday, 9 October

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