This is our day guide for Monday October 4th 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 October 4th 2021
International: Chinese National Day Holiday
The People's Republic of China was founded on October 1st 1949 with a ceremony at Tian'anmen Square.Regional
Australia (regional): Labour Day
Labour Day is a public holiday in Australia that was originally called Eight Hours DayRegional
Australia (regional): Queen's Birthday
This holiday is a moveable feast celebrating the birthday of the sovereign of Australia.Public sector only
Honduras: Semana Morazánica
Three public holidays in October are combined to create a long break at the start of OctoberRegional
Italy (regional): Feast of St. Petronius
Saint Petronius was bishop of Bologna during the fifth century. He is a patron saint of the city. Born of a noble Roman family, he became a convert to Christianity and then a priest
Lesotho: Independence Day
Basutoland gained its independence from Britain and became the Kingdom of Lesotho in 1966
Mozambique: Day of Peace and Reconciliation
Celebrates the signing of the General Peace Accord which ended the civil war in Mozambique in 1992.
Oman: Pubic Holiday
Oman's government has declared a two-day holiday Due to the adverse climate conditions.
Saint Lucia: Thanksgiving Day
A harvest festival to give thanks for the bounty from the island
South Korea: National Foundation Day (in lieu)
Becomes an alternative holiday under the government's alternative statutory holiday program.Public sector only
USA (regional): Cabrini Day
St. Frances Xavier Cabrini founded 67 institutions, including orphanages, schools, and hospitals in the Americas.Observances on October 4th 2021
USA: National Child Health Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Child Health Day
USA: National Consignment Day
National Consignment Day is held on the first Monday in October to address the wastage in the clothing industry.
United Nations: World Habitat Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Habitat Day
Sweden: National Cinnamon Bun Day
National Cinnamon Bun Day is a fun and tasty holiday that celebrates one of Sweden's most beloved pastries.
USA: National Golf Lover’s Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Golf Lover’s Day
USA: National Taco Day
Get ready to fiesta on National Taco Day! On Oct 4, Indulge in the ultimate taco experience!
USA: National Vodka Day
Today it doesn't matter if you drink it neat or flavored, as long as you raise a glass to this popular East European classic.
International: World Animal Day
The mission of World Animal day is to raise the status of animals in order to improve welfare standards around the globe.
Sweden: Cinnamon Roll Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of Cinnamon Roll Day.October 3rd 2021 | Go to Today | October 5th 2021
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| General Information for October 4th 2021 | |
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| There are 11 public holidays today. | |
| Day 277 of 2021 | |
| 88 days left in 2021 | |
| Week 40 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1957 - Space Race: Launch of Sputnik I, the first artificial satellite to orbit the Earth. | |
| 1883 - First run of the Orient Express. | |
| 1853 - Crimean War: The Ottoman Empire declares war on Russia. | |
| 1824 - Mexico adopts a new constitution and becomes a federal republic. |
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