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When is April Fools' Day 2027?
Thursday, April 1, 2027
There are 340 days left until April Fools' Day 2027.
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Date details for April Fools' Day 2027
- Day of week: Thursday
- Full date: Thursday, April 1, 2027
- Days remaining: 340
- Weeks remaining: 48
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April Fools' Day 2027 is on Thursday, April 1st. It is a day celebrated with pranks, hoaxes, and practical jokes around the world.
History & Significance
The origins of April Fools' Day are debated, but some historians link it to the adoption of the Gregorian calendar in 1582, when the new year moved from late March to January 1st. Those who continued celebrating in late March were dubbed 'April fools.'
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