January 2026 Calendar - Portrait Format

Vertical layout calendars perfect for binders, planners, and office use

January 2026 Portrait Calendar Templates

Our portrait-oriented January 2026 calendars feature a classic vertical layout that's ideal for binders, planners, and traditional office use. The portrait format provides taller day cells with more vertical writing space, creating a familiar and practical calendar experience for your January planning.

Benefits of Portrait Format

Binder Compatible

Perfectly sized for standard 3-ring binders and planners with pre-punched hole options available.

Taller Day Cells

Vertical space in each day allows for chronological scheduling and time-based planning.

Traditional Layout

Familiar vertical format that most people are accustomed to using in office and academic settings.

Space Efficient

Ideal for narrow display areas like refrigerator doors, cubicle walls, or narrow wall spaces.

Available Portrait Calendar Styles

January 2026 Portrait Calendar with Holidays
With Holidays

Portrait calendar with all major January 2026 holidays and observances marked.

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Blank January 2026 Portrait Calendar
Blank Calendar

Clean, minimalist portrait design with no pre-printed events or holidays.

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January 2026 Portrait Calendar with Notes
With Notes Section

Portrait format with dedicated space for monthly notes, goals, and reminders.

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January 2026 Decorative Portrait Calendar
Decorative Design

Stylish portrait calendar with winter-themed decorative elements and colors.

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January 2026 Digital Portrait Calendar for Tablets and Digital Planners
Digital Planner Version
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Interactive digital calendar optimized for tablets and digital planners with hyperlinked navigation and annotation support.

Compatible With:
  • GoodNotes
  • Notability
  • Noteshelf
  • PDF Annotation Apps
Features:
  • Hyperlinked Navigation
  • Annotation Areas
  • Multiple Color Themes
  • Tablet Optimized
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Portrait vs. Landscape: Which is Right for You?

Feature Portrait Format Landscape Format
Orientation Vertical (taller than wide) Horizontal (wider than tall)
Best Display Binders, planners, vertical spaces Walls, desks, horizontal spaces
Day Cell Shape Taller rectangles with more vertical space Wider rectangles with more horizontal space
Visual Flow Vertical scanning (good for chronological view) Horizontal scanning (natural reading pattern)
Space Efficiency Better for narrow, tall spaces Better for wide, shallow spaces

Printing Tips for Portrait Calendars

Printer Settings:
  • Select "Portrait" orientation in your print dialog
  • Choose "Actual Size" or "100%" (not "Fit to Page")
  • For double-sided printing, select "Flip on Long Edge"
  • Use "Print Preview" to verify layout before printing
  • Consider using slightly heavier paper (24-32 lb) for durability
Binder & Planner Tips:
  • Choose pre-punched versions for immediate binder use
  • Use a 3-hole punch with standard spacing for DIY binding
  • Consider disc-bound punching for discbound planners
  • Leave extra margin space on the binding edge
  • Use sheet protectors for frequently referenced pages

Creative Uses for Portrait Calendars

Personal Planner

Add to your ring binder or planner system for integrated monthly planning with your daily and weekly pages.

Time Blocking

Use the vertical day cells to block out time segments chronologically throughout each day.

Assignment Tracker

Perfect for students to track homework, projects, and exam dates in a familiar vertical format.

Office Door Display

The narrow vertical format fits perfectly on office doors or narrow wall spaces to display availability.

Calendar Customization Tips

Color Coding Systems:

Enhance your calendar organization with strategic color coding:

  • Red - Deadlines & important events
  • Teal - Personal appointments
  • Yellow - Work meetings
  • Purple - Family events
  • Green - Health & fitness
Symbols & Markers:

Use consistent symbols to quickly identify event types:

  • - Priority tasks
  • - Travel days
  • - Birthdays & celebrations
  • - Bill payments
  • - Home maintenance

Preview

January 2026 Portrait Calendar
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Paper Size Options

  • Letter (8.5" × 11") US Standard
  • A4 (8.27" × 11.69") International
  • A5 (5.83" × 8.27") Compact
  • Half Letter (5.5" × 8.5") Planner Size

Calendar Features

  • Major US Holidays
    All federal holidays marked
  • Moon Phases
    Full and new moon indicators
  • Week Numbers
    ISO week numbering included
  • Notes Section
    Dedicated space for monthly notes

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User Reviews

Sarah T.

Perfect for my A5 planner! I love the notes section and how much space each day has for writing appointments.

Michael R.

Great quality and prints perfectly. Would love to see more holiday options for different countries.

Jennifer K.

The digital version works perfectly with my iPad and GoodNotes. Love the hyperlinked navigation!

Need a Custom Portrait Calendar?

Our Calendar Builder lets you create a personalized portrait calendar with your choice of start day, holidays, colors, and more.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Portrait calendars are oriented vertically (taller than wide), while landscape calendars are horizontal (wider than tall). Portrait formats provide taller day cells with more vertical writing space, making them ideal for binders, planners, and traditional office use. They're particularly useful for chronological scheduling and fit well in narrow spaces like refrigerator doors or office cubicles.

Our portrait calendars are designed to fit standard 3-ring binders and planners. You can download pre-punched versions that are ready for immediate use, or use a standard 3-hole punch with your printed calendar. For disc-bound planners, use a disc punch with the appropriate spacing. We recommend printing on slightly heavier paper (24-32 lb) for durability, especially if you'll be flipping pages frequently.

Standard Letter (8.5" × 11") and A4 (8.27" × 11.69") sizes work well for most portrait calendars. For compact planners, consider A5 (5.83" × 8.27") or Half Letter (5.5" × 8.5") sizes. Our portrait calendars are available in all these sizes, so you can choose the one that best fits your binder or display needs. For standard 3-ring binders, Letter size is the most common in the US, while A4 is standard internationally.

Yes! Our Word and Excel versions are fully editable, allowing you to add events, change colors, or customize the layout. The PDF versions can be printed as-is or annotated with PDF editing software. For maximum customization, try our editable templates or use the Calendar Builder tool to create a completely personalized portrait calendar with your preferred features and design elements.

Our digital calendar versions are optimized for tablet use with apps like GoodNotes, Notability, and other PDF annotation apps. Simply download the digital version, import it into your preferred app, and use your tablet's stylus to write directly on the calendar. The digital versions include hyperlinked navigation to quickly jump between months, weeks, and special pages. They also feature designated areas for digital writing and annotation that won't interfere with the calendar structure.