This is our day guide for Wednesday September 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 September 16th 2020
Cambodia: Ancestors' Day
Pchum Ben, also known as Ancestors' Day, is a Cambodian religious festival which culminates on the 15th day of the tenth month in the Khmer calendar, marking the end of the Buddhist lent
Libya: Martyrs' Day
Remembers Libyans killed or exiled under Italian rule on the date of the execution of a notable resistance fighter.
Malaysia: Malaysia Day
In 1963, the former British colony of Singapore and the East Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak, joined the Federation of Malaya
Mexico: Independence Day
Commemorates the start of the Mexican War of Independence against Spain on September 16th 1810
Papua New Guinea: Independence Day
Commemorates the day Papua New Guinea gained its indepence from Australia in 1975
Saint Kitts and Nevis: National Heroes Day
Honours distinguished individuals for significant contributions to the nationObservances on September 16th 2020
USA: Anne Bradstreet Day
On the anniversary of her death in 1672, we celebrate the works of this early North American poet.
United Nations: International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer
The ozone layer, a fragile shield of gas, protects the Earth from the harmful portion of the rays of the sun, thus helping preserve life on the planet.
USA: Mayflower Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of Mayflower Day
USA: National Cinnamon Raisin Bread Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Cinnamon Raisin Bread Day
United Kingdom: National Guacamole Day
A day to dip into this tasty Mexican Dip on Mexico's National Day
USA: World Play-Doh Day
Play-Doh Compound is the #1 reusable modeling compound, with over 100 million cans produced each year.
USA: National Step Family Day
National Stepfamily Day is a wonderful opportunity for stepfamilies to come together and celebrate their unique bonds.
USA: Trail of Tears Commemoration Day
The Trail of Tears was a series of forced relocations of approximately 60,000 Native Americans.September 15th 2020 | Go to Today | September 17th 2020
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| General Information for September 16th 2020 | |
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| There are 6 public holidays today. | |
| Day 260 of 2020 | |
| 106 days left in 2020 | |
| Week 38 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1975 - Papua New Guinea gains its independence from Australia. | |
| 1970 - King Hussein of Jordan declares military rule following the hijacking of four civilian airliners by the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP). This results in the formation of the Black September Palestinian paramilitary unit. | |
| 1959 - The first successful photocopier, the Xerox 914, is introduced in a demonstration on live television from New York City. | |
| 1945 - World War II: The surrender of the Japanese troops in Hong Kong is accepted by Royal Navy Admiral Sir Cecil Harcourt. |
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