💑 National SPOUSES Day 2026 – Jan 26

Celebrating the bond & gratitude between two people by spending quality time with each other’s partner today showing mutual respect and appreciation.

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👫 National SPOUSES Day ORIGIN & HISTORY

The history of National SPOUSES Day proudly got its origin from National MILITARY SPOUSE APPRECIATION Day. In 1984, President Ronald Reagan created a special time for spouses of active military personnel. Military spouses have to provide support, preparedness for duty, and nurture physically and mentally their mates’ well-being. This day is celebrated the Friday before Mother’s day. National SPOUSES Day, however, is celebrated on January 26.

It’s unclear who the founder was of this holiday but the day itself probably came about because spouses, in general, do so much for each other. This day was probably a day established as a way to show respect and appreciation for your spouse. It’s a day to offer them gratitude.

A successful marriage is where two people show care, commitment, responsibility, as well as an unspoken determination of putting your mate’s needs before your own and honoring the Lord’s wishes above all else.

🌹 HOW to Celebrate & Observe National SPOUSES Day?

Not sure how to LOVE the day? We’ve got a few interesting ideas to consider that may help get you started.

Here are some activities that you can do on National SPOUSES Day!

💙 SURPRISE them

Since you probably know your spouse best, do something that will WOW them. It could be big or small but let them know how special they are to you. Take time for each other. Connection and friendship help to bolster your relationship.

💙 TELL ’em you LOVE ’em

Of course, tell your spouse you love them! Thank and appreciate them for what they do for you and others. Oftentimes certain things can derail your spouse; they’re not the way you thought they would always be. Remember your wedding vows but don’t let them abuse you. At times your spouse may need some help dealing with illness or stress they might be under. See if you can be a positive support and be helpful in their life.

💙 DO your homework

Reading a couple’s Bible, joining a church that offers Bible studies for couples, or visiting Papi’s Proverbs can be insightful into marriage. Also reading literature by Dr Charles Stanley on relationships with your husband or wife could be great. If you’re not of another denomination, country, or spirituality then get a book anyway that can help you and your spouse grow your marital bond.

💙 CATCH up on old times then MAKE new ones

Catch up on old memories reminiscing about the time when you first got together. Hang photos of your memories and then plan to make more new memories.

💙 It’s the LITTLE things

I love to make little love notes for him. I do this to let him know I love and appreciate him. Try to make them laugh or smile. Finding ways to let your spouse know you love them doesn’t have to be time-consuming. Both of you might just be VERY busy. Little things add up day by day by showing your love which might be even more important than doing a single seemingly big thing for them.

💙 RAISE Social Awareness

Use social media posts with the hashtags #NationalSpousesDay, #SpousesDay, #Spouses, #Partners, #RelationshipHolidays, #JanuaryHolidays, #Holiday, #FindADayToLOVE, #iHEARTdays to support the importance of celebrating, promoting, and sharing with the world why you ❤️ National SPOUSES Day.

LEARN more about the importance of Love Language with your SPOUSE

THREE Fun Facts you never knew about National SPOUSES Day

In France, it’s legally permissible to marry the dead & make them your spouse. That is if you have a compelling reason to do so. For instance, if you were engaged and the person died in an accident or sudden illness.
Wedding rings date back to ancient Egypt.
Roughly 300 people marry in Las Vegas each day including yours truly, the two writers of iHEARTdays. We flew over the Grand Canyon and had dinner at Gordon Ramsay Steak!

Famous PEOPLE also born on January 25th

C. W. Post

Eccentric American millionaire inventor, industrialist, and breakfast cereal pioneer best known for founding Post Cereals and establishing a sanitarium in Battle Creek, Michigan USA after being a patient himself in Kellogg’s sanitarium. Born 1854.
Benjamin Guggenheim

American businessman whose Guggenheim family made their wealth in the mining industry best known for perishing when the RMS Titanic sank. Both he, the head of Macy’s Department stores, and the richest man in the world, John Jacob Astor, all died aboard the ship. Born 1865.
Mahalia Jackson

American gospel vocalist best known as the “Queen of Gospel” and one of the most influential singers of the 20th century. Born 1911.

MAHALIA JACKSON Quote

“You’re blessed if you have the strength to work.”

Future DATES for National SPOUSES Day

Year	Date	Day of the Week
2023	January 26	Thursday
2024	January 26	Friday
2025	January 26	Sunday
2026	January 26	Monday
2027	January 26	Tuesday

🥂 Marriage FAQ

What do most spouses in the USA say is the #1 reason for getting married?

They love each other.

What are some reasons besides LOVE that people have for getting married?

Isn’t that enough? Some people want to have a commitment to a person that will last throughout their life. Others say their spouse is their true companion.

Does marriage make people happier?

People that are married in comparison with single people, divorced, widowed, or separated are the happiest in their middle ages.

How do I know if I’m happy?

Marital status, health, and financial security are the top three things that contribute to people’s overall happiness. Single people benefit from having relationships and friendships with co-workers and others in the outside world in comparison to people who have their spouses.