Kent Day, also known as the Feast Day of Saint Augustine of Canterbury, is observed in Kent, a ceremonial county in South East England, on May 26 each year. This day commemorates Saint Augustine, the first Archbishop of Canterbury and a pivotal figure in the establishment of Christianity in England. Augustine was sent by Pope Gregory I in the mid-590s to convert the Anglo-Saxons, successfully preaching and converting many, including King Ethelbert of Kent. The day is marked by various local celebrations, reflecting on Augustine's legacy and the historical significance of Canterbury, where the oldest cathedral in England, Canterbury Cathedral, is located. Although Kent does not have an official county day, Augustine's feast day serves as an unofficial celebration of the county. The day also highlights the rich religious heritage of the region, with connections to the early Christian church and the restoration of pagan sites.