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National days, ongoing national weeks and months, and global observances for April 22, 2026. Plus historical events and birthdays.
These observances last the full month; this date is part of that month-long celebration.
Showing the first 12 on this date; there are more month-long observances. See the full months list for April.
International and other global observances on this date (may include days, weeks, or months).
Events that occurred on April 22 throughout history
Congress passes the Coinage Act of 1864 authorizing the use of "In God We Trust" on one-cent and two-cent coins.
Boston Red Caps beat Philadelphia Athletics 6-5 in the first National League baseball game.
Oklahoma Land Rush began at noon. Thousands of homesteaders raced to stake their claim.
The animated film, Shrek, premiered in Westwood, California. Produced by DreamWorks Animation and voiced by stars like Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz, and John Lithgow, the film won several awards including Best Animated Feature at the Academy Awards.
