This is our day guide for Thursday October 1st 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 October 1st 2020
International: Mid-Autumn Festival
The Mid Autumn festival starts on the 15th day of the 8th lunar month
International: Harvest Festival
Chuseok, the Harvest Moon Festival is one of Korea's most cherished holidays
International: Chinese National Day
The People's Republic of China was founded on October 1st 1949 with a ceremony at Tian'anmen Square.
Botswana: Botswana Day Holiday
Second Day of public holidays to mark Botswana's independence from the United Kingdom in 1966
Cyprus: Cypriot Independence Day
Cyprus became independent from the British in 1960
Nigeria: Independence Day
This is the national day of Nigeria and is always celebrated on October 1st. It marks independence from British rule on 1 October 1960.
San Marino: Investiture of the Captains Regent
The two heads of state of the Republic of San Marino are elected every six months by the Grand and General Council, the country's legislative body
Sri Lanka: Adhi-Vap Full Moon Poya
Marks Buddha's preaching of Abhidamma to the gods in Tavatimsa and the end of the Buddhist period of fasting
Uzbekistan: Teacher's Day
A public holiday dedicated to honour the efforts of those who teach and educate in UzbekistanObservances on October 1st 2020
Ecuador: Día del Pasillo Ecuatoriano
Find out the dates, history and traditions of Día del Pasillo Ecuatoriano
USA: Fire Pup Day
Firepup is a friendly Dalmatian cartoon character, who makes learning about fire and burn prevention and life safety issues, fun, entertaining, and non-threatening.
United Nations: International Day of Older Persons
Raising awareness of the impact of an ageing population and the need to ensure people can grow old with dignity.
USA: National Hair Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Hair Day
USA: National Homemade Cookies Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Homemade Cookies Day
United Kingdom: World Vegetarian Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Vegetarian Day
United Kingdom: National Poetry Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Poetry Day
USA: Disability Employment Awareness Month
Diversity Awareness Month is all about opening dialogues that foster an appreciation of the differences that separate us as well as the similarities that unite us.
USA: Polish American Heritage Month
Find out the dates, history and background to Polish American Heritage Month
USA: National Pizza Month
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Pizza Month
United Kingdom: Black History Month
October is Black History Month in UK
USA: National Dental Hygiene Month
Highlights the importance of promoting a healthy dental lifestyle at an early age.
International: International Raccoon Appreciation Day
They aren't good pets, but also, they aren't total pests. Let's take a day to celebrate these adorable rascals.
USA: LGBT History Month
An annual month-long observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history, and the history of the gay rights and related civil rights movements.
United Kingdom: Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Every October, people all over the world show their support for people affected by breast cancer.
United Kingdom: Unblocktober
Find out the dates, history and traditions of Unblocktober.
International: International Coffee Day
International Coffee Day is observed on October 1st each year to celebrate and promote the global love and appreciation for coffee.
USA: National Cyber Security Awareness Month
Find out the dates, history and background to National Cyber Security Awareness Month.
International: Global Diversity Awareness Month
Diversity Awareness Month is all about opening dialogues that foster an appreciation of the differences that separate us as well as the similarities that unite us.
USA: National Book Month
National Book Month is a national holiday to raise awareness of the importance of reading, writing and literature.
International: World Postcard Day
Find out the dates, history and background of World Postcard Day
USA: Italian-American Heritage and Culture Month
In October, we Celebrate the Rich Tapestry of Italian-American Contributions.
USA: National Seafood Month
Celebrate National Seafood Month this October and discover a sea of flavors, health benefits, and sustainability. Get hooked on the finest seafood traditions, recipes, and more!September 30th 2020 | Go to Today | October 2nd 2020
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| General Information for October 1st 2020 | |
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| There are 9 public holidays today. | |
| Day 275 of 2020 | |
| 91 days left in 2020 | |
| Week 40 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1975 - The Seychelles gain internal self-government. The Ellice Islands split from Gilbert Islands and take the name Tuvalu. | |
| 1936 - Francisco Franco is named head of the Nationalist government of Spain. | |
| 1843 - The News of the World tabloid begins publication in London. | |
| 1800 - Spain cedes Louisiana to France via the Treaty of San Ildefonso. |
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