This is our day guide for Saturday October 9th 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 9th 2021
Ecuador: Independence of Guayaquil
Guayaquil declared independence from Spain in 1820, a key victory for the Ecuadorian War of IndependenceRegional
Malaysia (regional): Birthday of the Governor of Sarawak
The birthday of the Governor of Sarawak is a regional public holiday in Malaysia on the second Saturday in October.
Saint Barthélemy: Abolition Day
Slavery was finally abolished in all French possessions on May 28th 1848
South Korea: Hangeul Day
Marks the proclamation of the Korean alphabet in 1446. Reinstated as a holiday in 2013Not a Public Holiday
Spain (regional): Valencian Community Day
Valencia. Anniversary of King James I of Aragons capture of the city from the Moors in 1238
Uganda: Independence Day
Marks Independence from the United Kingdom in 1962Observances on October 9th 2021
USA: National Leif Erikson Day
Leif Eriksson was the first known European to have set foot on continental North America, 500 years before Christopher Columbus.
USA: National Moldy Cheese Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Moldy Cheese Day
United Nations: World Post Day
Celebrated on 9 October every year to raise awareness among people about the role of the postal sector for people and businesses every day.
USA: National Chess Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Chess Day
USA: National Costume Swap Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Costume Swap Day
USA: National Motorcycle Ride Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Motorcycle Ride Day
USA: Clergy Appreciation Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of Clergy Appreciation Day (or Pastor Appreciation Day or Ministry Appreciation Day)
International: Astronomy Day
This day happens twice a year, giving us twice the chance to explore the wonders of the night sky.
United Nations: World Migratory Bird Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Migratory Bird DayOctober 8th 2021 | Go to Today | October 10th 2021
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| General Information for October 9th 2021 | |
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| There are 6 public holidays today. | |
| Day 282 of 2021 | |
| 83 days left in 2021 | |
| Week 40 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1970 - The Khmer Republic is proclaimed in Cambodia. | |
| 1804 - Hobart, capital of Tasmania, is founded. | |
| 1604 - Supernova 1604, the most recent supernova to be observed in the Milky Way. | |
| 1558 - Mérida is founded in Venezuela. |
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