April 28th Holidays: Celebrations and Observances Worldwide

April 28th is a day filled with various holidays, celebrations, observances, and historical significance around the world. From international events to national holidays and religious commemorations and saints, this date holds special meaning for many cultures and communities. Explore the list of holidays, observances and saints celebrated on April 28th.

Holidays on April 28th

  • Arbor Day - legal state holiday in Nebraska, USA.
  • National Heroes Day - public holiday in Barbados in honor of men and women who played a significant role in the island nation's history, such as Sir Garfield Sobers.
  • Peter Chanel
  • Louis Marie Grignon of Montfort
  • Luchesius
  • Patritius
  • Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Saints Theodora and Didymus
  • World Day for Safety and Health at Work, which developed from the Canadian observance.
  • National Day of Mourning in Canada to commemorate workers killed, injured, or suffering illness due to occupational hazards and accidents.
  • Roman Empire - first day of the Floralia in honor of Flora.

Observances on April 28th

  • International Girls in ICT Day [ITU]
  • World Day for Safety and Health at Work

Saints celebrated on April 28th

  • Saints Vitalis and Valeria