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Spitak Remembrance Day

📅 Monday, December 7, 2026 at 00:00:00 UTC

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What is Spitak Remembrance Day?

Spitak Remembrance Day (Armenia)

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About Spitak Remembrance Day

Spitak Remembrance Day is observed annually on December 7 to honor the victims of the devastating earthquake that struck Armenia in 1988. This tragic event, which registered a magnitude of 6.8, resulted in the loss of tens of thousands of lives and left countless others injured or displaced. The day serves as a solemn reminder of the resilience of the Armenian people and the importance of disaster preparedness.

The observance of Spitak Remembrance Day includes memorial services, candle-lighting ceremonies, and moments of silence across Armenia and in Armenian communities worldwide. It is a time for reflection on the impact of the earthquake and the ongoing efforts to support survivors and their families.

This day not only commemorates those who lost their lives but also raises awareness about the need for improved building standards and emergency response strategies to prevent future tragedies. The legacy of the Spitak earthquake continues to influence policies and practices related to disaster management in the region.

As communities come together to remember, Spitak Remembrance Day highlights the importance of unity and support in the face of adversity, fostering a spirit of hope and resilience among the Armenian people.

Key facts

First observed: 1989
Held every: December 7
Location: Worldwide

Official resources

Wikipedia - Spitak Remembrance Day

Frequently asked questions about Spitak Remembrance Day.

Spitak Remembrance Day is observed on December 7 each year.

It commemorates the victims of the 1988 Spitak earthquake in Armenia.

It is observed with memorial services, candle-lighting, and moments of silence.

It raises awareness about disaster preparedness and honors the resilience of the Armenian people.

Where it's held

Country: Armenia

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Spitak Remembrance Day start times in other key cities:

Location	Time
Abidjan	Mon 00:00:00
Addis Ababa	Mon 00:00:00
Ahmedabad	Mon 00:00:00
Alexandria	Mon 00:00:00
Ankara	Mon 00:00:00
Baghdad	Mon 00:00:00
Bangkok	Mon 00:00:00
Beijing	Mon 00:00:00
Bengaluru	Mon 00:00:00
Bogota	Mon 00:00:00
Cairo	Mon 00:00:00
Cape Town	Mon 00:00:00
Chongqing	Mon 00:00:00
Dar es Salaam	Mon 00:00:00
Delhi	Mon 00:00:00
Dhaka	Mon 00:00:00
Guangzhou	Mon 00:00:00
Hanoi	Mon 00:00:00
Ho Chi Minh City	Mon 00:00:00
Hong Kong	Mon 00:00:00
Istanbul	Mon 00:00:00
Jakarta	Mon 00:00:00
Johannesburg	Mon 00:00:00
Kano	Mon 00:00:00
Karachi	Mon 00:00:00
Khartoum	Mon 00:00:00
Kinshasa	Mon 00:00:00
Lagos	Mon 00:00:00
Lahore	Mon 00:00:00
Lima	Mon 00:00:00
London	Mon 00:00:00
Luanda	Mon 00:00:00
Melbourne	Mon 00:00:00
Mexico City	Mon 00:00:00
Moscow	Mon 00:00:00
Mumbai	Mon 00:00:00
New York City	Mon 00:00:00
Rio de Janeiro	Mon 00:00:00
Riyadh	Mon 00:00:00
Saint Petersburg	Mon 00:00:00
Santiago	Mon 00:00:00
Seoul	Mon 00:00:00
Shanghai	Mon 00:00:00
Shenzhen	Mon 00:00:00
Singapore	Mon 00:00:00
Sydney	Mon 00:00:00
São Paulo	Mon 00:00:00
Tehran	Mon 00:00:00
Tokyo	Mon 00:00:00

Spitak Remembrance Day start times in different countries:

🇩🇿 Algeria Mon 00:00:00
🇦🇷 Argentina Mon 00:00:00
🇧🇩 Bangladesh Mon 00:00:00
🇧🇷 Brazil Mon 00:00:00
🇨🇳 China Mon 00:00:00
🇨🇴 Colombia Mon 00:00:00
🇪🇬 Egypt Mon 00:00:00
🇪🇹 Ethiopia Mon 00:00:00
🇫🇷 France Mon 00:00:00
🇩🇪 Germany Mon 00:00:00
🇮🇳 India Mon 00:00:00
🇮🇩 Indonesia Mon 00:00:00
🇮🇷 Iran Mon 00:00:00
🇮🇹 Italy Mon 00:00:00
🇯🇵 Japan Mon 00:00:00
🇰🇪 Kenya Mon 00:00:00
🇲🇽 Mexico Mon 00:00:00
🇲🇲 Myanmar Mon 00:00:00
🇳🇬 Nigeria Mon 00:00:00
🇵🇰 Pakistan Mon 00:00:00
🇵🇭 Philippines Mon 00:00:00
🇷🇺 Russia Mon 00:00:00
🇿🇦 South Africa Mon 00:00:00
🇪🇸 Spain Mon 00:00:00
🇹🇭 Thailand Mon 00:00:00
🇬🇧 United Kingdom Mon 00:00:00
🇺🇸 United States Mon 00:00:00
🇻🇳 Vietnam Mon 00:00:00

Location	Time
🇩🇿 Algeria	Mon 00:00:00
🇦🇷 Argentina	Mon 00:00:00
🇧🇩 Bangladesh	Mon 00:00:00
🇧🇷 Brazil	Mon 00:00:00
🇨🇳 China	Mon 00:00:00
🇨🇴 Colombia	Mon 00:00:00
🇪🇬 Egypt	Mon 00:00:00
🇪🇹 Ethiopia	Mon 00:00:00
🇫🇷 France	Mon 00:00:00
🇩🇪 Germany	Mon 00:00:00
🇮🇳 India	Mon 00:00:00
🇮🇩 Indonesia	Mon 00:00:00
🇮🇷 Iran	Mon 00:00:00
🇮🇹 Italy	Mon 00:00:00
🇯🇵 Japan	Mon 00:00:00
🇰🇪 Kenya	Mon 00:00:00
🇲🇽 Mexico	Mon 00:00:00
🇲🇲 Myanmar	Mon 00:00:00
🇳🇬 Nigeria	Mon 00:00:00
🇵🇰 Pakistan	Mon 00:00:00
🇵🇭 Philippines	Mon 00:00:00
🇷🇺 Russia	Mon 00:00:00
🇿🇦 South Africa	Mon 00:00:00
🇪🇸 Spain	Mon 00:00:00
🇹🇭 Thailand	Mon 00:00:00
🇬🇧 United Kingdom	Mon 00:00:00
🇺🇸 United States	Mon 00:00:00
🇻🇳 Vietnam	Mon 00:00:00