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2026 Monthly Calendar: 70+ Free Printable Templates

Free Printable 2026 Monthly Calendars

Looking for a unique and aesthetic 2026 monthly calendar? You’ve come to the right place. We offer a wide range of monthly calendars to choose from including portrait, landscape, Sunday-start and Monday-start layouts. There are also various design options such as minimalist layouts and vibrant, colorful themes. In addition, we offer editable PDF calendars, which can be used either digitally or printed.

Our calendars are meticulously crafted to be both visually appealing and functional. They can help elevate your workspace while serving as an essential tool for managing your time, goals, and daily life. Each calendar features a single page that presents your entire month at a glance, with enough space to jot down meetings, activities, as well as personal milestones.

Download 2026 Calendars for Each Month

Print and download your 2026 calendar for each month from our options below. Choose from vertical or horizontal layouts, Monday or Sunday starts, and cute or minimalist designs. We also have designs that include mini previous/next month calendar views for more comprehensive planning. Some templates also include features such notes, monthly plans and priorities sections to help you manage your time more effectively. Thus, check out our 2026 monthly calendars and choose based on your need and aesthetic.

January 2026 Calendar

Ready to start your January 2026 planning? Then download from our collection of free, printable monthly calendars below and take control your schedule.

February 2026 Calendar

February shouts love thus, a perfect time to plan for what (and who) matters most. So grab a free, printable calendar below and plan a month filled with purpose and romance.

March 2026 Calendar

Time to shake off winter and sprint toward spring planning with our printable monthly calendar for March. And while you’re at it, don’t forget to celebrate March 17, St. Patrick’s Day, with your Irish friends.

April 2026 Calendar

Stay ahead of spring’s hustle with our printable April calendars. At the same time, don’t forget to have some fun – mark April 1st (April fools day) for lighthearted pranks.

May 2026 Calendar

Celebrate the heart of spring and bloom this May with productivity using our printable calendars. Remember to circle May 5th for Cinco de Mayo fiestas as well as May 10th for Mother’s Day on your calendar.

June 2026 Calendar

Kick off your summer planning with our printable monthly calendars. Don’t forget to mark the following key dates if you’re living in the US: June 19 (Juneteenth Holiday) and June 21 (Father’s Day).

July 2026 Calendar

Plan sun-soaked adventures and stay on top of your July schedule with our calendars. Whether it’s road trips, beach reads, or chasing sunsets, our calendars give you plenty of space to write all your activities for the month.

August 2026 Calendar

If you’re a parent with school-aged kids in the Northern Hemisphere, August revolves around two key priorities: savoring summer’s final weeks and tackling back-to-school preparations. Planning for both is no easy task but with our August calendars, we’ve got you covered. Featuring spacious grids and templates with dedicated sections for notes, plans, and priorities, you have everything you need to make the most of the month. So download and print your calendar now.

September Calendar

For moms and dads with school-aged kids, September signals fresh starts and new routines as the start of a brand new school year. Seamlessly transition from vacation mode to balancing school/work schedules with our printable calendars for the month.

October Calendar

Crisp air, falling leaves, and, not to mention, spooky fun await October! Here’s a spooky tip: use our Halloween-themed October calendar to organize your activities for the month. With cute Halloween images set against a minimal color palette, the calendar makes your monthly planning both fun and aesthetic.

November Calendar

With autumn’s golden glow and a calendar packed with holidays, November invites us to pause and savor the season. From Veterans Day observances to Thanksgiving preparations and (of course!) Black Friday shopping, this month is surely filled with activities. But don’t let the hustle overwhelm you. Our printable November monthly calendars help you plan effectively while keeping the cozy November vibe alive!

December Calendar

Plan your holiday celebrations and wrap up the year strongly with our printable December calendars! With ample space and adorable designs, you’ll surely stay motivated to plan all your festive activities. Thus, download your December calendar and make the most of your month.

PDF Editable 2026 Monthly Calendar

Stay organized effortlessly with our sleek, professionally designed editable PDF 2026 monthly calendar templates. Featuring a minimalist color palette, these printable monthly calendar helps you track important dates, meetings, and deadlines with ease. As fillable PDF templates, you can use them either digitally or printed copy.

Editable PDF Monthly Calendar, Printable, Fillable, Free

Download your free PDF fillable 2026 Monthly Calendar here.

The following are the key features of our PDF editable monthly calendars

  • One page per month – Simple, uncluttered layout for focused planning. It also inculdes separate tasks section for easy monitoring of important activities for the month.
  • Flexible – As editable PDF, you can type directly into the file and then print or save digitally. Note that the text fields are not visible when printed, which gives you the flexibility to use the calendars either digitally or as printed copy.
  • Professional minimalist theme – Stylish yet functional for home, office, business or personal use.
  • Ample writing space – The scroll down feature gives you ample space to log appointments, goals, as well as reminders clearly

How it works? Simply download the file and open to any PDF reader. Type your monthly plans and activities using the fields provided and either print or use digitally for your convenience.

Monthly Calendar with US Holidays

Make the most of every long weekend and holiday in 2026 with our beautifully designed monthly calendars that highlight all US federal holidays. The new year brings three confirmed three-day weekends, namely:

  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day – Monday, January 19
  • Memorial Day – Monday, May 25 (May 23–25 weekend)
  • Labor Day – Monday, September 7 (September 5–7 weekend)
Free printable 2026 monthly calendar with US holidays highlighted. One month per page, clean modern layout

There is an extended break opportunity on Veterans Day which falls on midweek (Wednesday, November 11). Thus, you can take two days off either before or after the holiday to have a five-day break. In addition, Independence Day falls on Saturday, July 4. The federal holiday, therefore, will be on July 3, giving you long weekend.

How to Choose the Right Calendar Format?

The choice of calendar format depends on your style and needs. Some people prefer simple calendars with a clean grid with just dates and lines. Conversely, others prefer colorful designs to boost visual appeal, mood and motivation. The following are some calendar formats to choose from and their benefits:

  • Pre-made templates save time, especially those with holidays already marked.
  • Blank layouts invite customization, letting you highlight what matters most.
  • Digital versions enable access from multiple devices, while printed ones offer the intrinsic benefits of pen-to-paper writing and planning

The cool thing about our collection of printable calendars is the number of templates to choose from. Thus, you can choose the template that best suits your planning style and aesthetic.

Key Features to Look for in a Monthly Calendar

A truly useful calendar balances form and function. The most useful features of a monthly calendar are the following:

  • Generous daily spaces because cramped boxes sometimes lead to scribbled reminders that are hard to read.
  • Holidays and observances for planning
  • Notes sections for monthly intentions, like “Finish project draft” or “Start gym routine.”
  • Editable PDF format because they can be used as digital and printable calendars

Download our 2026 monthly calendars with all the features mentioned above.

Benefits of Personalizing Your Calendar

There are many benefits of personalizing your calendar beyond mere aesthetics. By making tweaks in your calendar such as color-coding or adding motivational elements such as quotations or pictures, you can make your calendar a powerful tool for productivity and personal fulfilment. For instance, color-coding and custom labelling reduces cognitive load by organizing information. In addition, when you personalize with drawings and stickers, it triggers dopamine release, turning planning from a chore into an engaging activity that fuels motivation. Incorporating elements in your calendar such as inspirational quotes or photos fosters positive association with planning.

The following are simple steps you can make to personalize your 2026 monthly paper calendar:

  • Color-coding – Assign colors for tasks based on urgency, importance or emotions e.g. red (deadlines, bills), green (personal growth, health), blue (work), etc. Disaggregate tasks by colors such as using pastel for low priority and bright colors for high-impact tasks.
  • Customize Layout – Use stickers, drawings or symbols to highlight important events and tasks. You can also draw colored bars for time blocking. Writing motivational quotes, monthly mantra, etc. also adds personal flair to your calendar.

Tips to Maximize Your Monthly Calendar’s Effectiveness

Whether you’re using a digital planner or a paper monthly calendar, these strategies will help you work smarter and achieve more each month in 2026:

  • Start with a monthly big picture review – Block at least an hour at the start of each month to:
    • mark key deadlines (i.e. work, bills, events);
    • schedule buffer/preparation days before major commitments; and
    • highlight personal priorities (e.g. important projects, fitness goals, family time, etc.)
  • Color-Code by Category – Use a consistent system when color coding your activities (e.g. red for urgent, blue for personal, green for health).
  • Time Block Your Priorities – Assign fixed blocks for important projects and for other activities aimed toward the achievement of your primary goals (e.g. finance and health).  You may also add flex time for unexpected tasks.
  • Add Progress Trackers for habits you want to develop or improve such as water intake, exercise (steps), nutrition, reading, or meditation.
  • End Each Week with a Review – Allot time at the end of the week to reflect on your goals, track your progress, adjust plans as need and update your schedule accordingly.  In addition, take time to acknowledge and reward your achievements.
Free printable 2026 calendars with editable PDF planner templates, vertical and horizontal layouts, featuring minimalist, colorful, aesthetic, and cute designs.
Download 2026 Printable One-Page Calendars and Planner Templates.

While you’re here, please also check the following planners from SlideDad:

Daily Planners

Weekly Planners

Budget Planner

Family Planners

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