Day Guide for Sunday August 16th 2020 What are the holidays on August 16th 2020?

This is our day guide for Sunday August 16th 2020 which shows you at a glance what's happening on this day around the world. Using the calendar on this page, you can look at a day guide for any day. Why not look up your birthday to see which holidays you share it with?

Holidays on August 16th 2020

Dominican Republic: Restoration Day

Commemorates the start of the war against Spanish Colonial Army in 1863 that resulted in Independence

Gabon: Independence Day Holiday

First day of holidays to mark independence from France in 1960

Regional

India (regional): Parsi New Year

Parsis descend from a group of Zoroastrians from Iran who immigrated to India during 10th century AD

Regional

India (regional): De jure Transfer Day

On August 16th 1962 Puducherry was formally merged with the Indian union.

Observances on August 16th 2020

USA: National Airborne Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Airborne Day

USA: National Roller Coaster Day

National Roller Coaster Day is a day that has its ups and downs.

USA: National Rum Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Rum Day

USA: National Tell a Joke Day

Telling a joke today is a serious matter.

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General Information for August 16th 2020
There are 4 public holidays today.
Day 229 of 2020
137 days left in 2020
Week 33 of the year
On this Day in History
1966 - Vietnam War: The House Un-American Activities Committee begins investigations of Americans who have aided the Viet Cong. The committee intends to introduce legislation making these activities illegal. Anti-war demonstrators disrupt the meeting and 50 people are arrested.
1954 - The first issue of Sports Illustrated is published.
1930 - The first color sound cartoon, called Fiddlesticks, is made by Ub Iwerks.
1930 - The first British Empire Games were opened in Hamilton, Ontario by the Governor General of Canada, the Viscount Willingdon.