November 2026 is a month of remembrance, reflection, and global awareness. Sporting highlights include the ATP Finals in Turin and the New York Marathon.
Cultural Calendar Dates for November 2026
November 2026 – Key Dates & Events
Día de los Muertos (Mexico) | 1–2 November 2026 A Mexican tradition honouring deceased loved ones with altars, flowers, food, and family gatherings.All Saints’ Day | 1 November 2026 A Christian observance honouring all saints and martyrs.Guy Fawkes Night (UK) | 5 November 2026 Commemorates the failed Gunpowder Plot of 1605, marked with fireworks, bonfires, and community events.Remembrance Day (UK & Commonwealth) | 11 November 2026 Commemorates those who lost their lives in war, with a two-minute silence held at 11am.Veterans Day (US) | 11 November 2026 A federal holiday honouring military veterans. Meet PepTalk's remarkable military speakers.World Kindness Day | 13 November 2026 Promotes kindness as a universal human value.International Men’s Day | 19 November 2026 Raises awareness of men’s health, role models, and gender equality. Read our guide to International Men's Day speakers.Thanksgiving (US) | 26 November 2026 A holiday rooted in harvest traditions, now focused on gratitude, family meals, and cultural celebration.November 2026 – Sporting Highlights
- NFL International Game (Berlin) | 8 November 2026 American football returns to Germany, hosted at Berlin’s Olympic Stadium.
- NFL International Game (Madrid) | 15 November 2026 Spain hosts its first NFL regular-season game at the Santiago Bernabéu in Madrid.
- Las Vegas Grand Prix | 19–21 November 2026 Formula One races under the neon lights of the Las Vegas Strip.
- ATP Finals | November 2026 (dates TBC) The season-ending tennis tournament featuring the world’s top eight male players.
- MLS Cup Final | November 2026 (date TBC) Major League Soccer crowns its champion in the US/Canada.
- Thanksgiving NFL Games (US) | 26 November 2026 A long-standing American tradition with multiple NFL fixtures played on Thanksgiving Day.
This list is a selection of cultural observances for November 2026. If we’ve missed a key date for your HR, Culture, Brand or People team, let us know on LinkedIn — we aim to keep our calendar as inclusive as possible.
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