Day Guide for Friday April 16th 2021 What are the holidays on April 16th 2021?

This is our day guide for Friday April 16th 2021 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 April 16th 2021

American Samoa: American Samoa Flag Day (in lieu)

Marks the day in 1900 when American Samoa became a U.S. territory

Cambodia: Khmer New Year Holiday

On the third day of New Year celebrations Buddhists wash and clean statues of Lord Buddha with scented water

Regional

India (regional): Bohag Bihu Holiday

Third day of holidays for the Assamese New Year

Lao: Lao New Year Holiday

Third day of holidays to mark the Lao New Year

Myanmar: Thingyan Holiday

Fourth day of the Water Festival before Burmese New Year

Public sector only

USA (regional): Emancipation Day

Washington DC Only. Weekday closest to April 16th. marks the abolition of slavery in the District of Columbia

Observances on April 16th 2021

Denmark: Birthday of Queen Margrethe II

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Birthday of Queen Margrethe II

USA: National Eggs Benedict Day

Eggs Benedict has become a classic American breakfast dish enjoyed by many people around the world.

USA: National Healthcare Decisions Day

National Healthcare Decisions Day exists to inspire, educate and empower the public and providers about the importance of advance care planning..

International: World Voice Day

The voice is a crucial tool not only in education but also in the daily work for about 30% of the entire working population.

USA: National Librarian Day

Celebrate National Librarian Day and the impact of these knowledge custodians in our lives, fostering learning and literacy for all.

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General Information for April 16th 2021
There are 6 public holidays today.
Day 106 of 2021
259 days left in 2021
Week 15 of the year
On this Day in History
1939 - Most revered British female vocalist of the 1960s Dusty Springfield is born in London.
1935 - The public first hear the new 'swing' sound of Glenn Miller.
1924 - The Presbytery of Phoenix of the Presbyterain Church meets in session - a stage in the Americanisation of the Pima Nation.
Every year - Feast day of Saint Drogo, the Patron Saint of the really ugly.