This is our day guide for Tuesday November 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 November 16th 2021
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Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba (regional): Sint Eustatius Flag Day
Commemorates the date in 1776 when Statia became the first country in the world to recognize the independence of the United States of AmericaRegional
Nigeria (regional): Public Holiday
A work-free day in Anambra State for the posthumous birthday of the first President of Nigeria, Dr Benjamin Nnamdi Azikiwe.
North Korea: Mother's Day
Commemorates the date of a speech North Korea's first leader Kim Il Sung made about the role of mothers in 1961.Observances on November 16th 2021
United Nations: International Day for Tolerance
On the day of its fiftieth anniversary, 16 November 1995, UNESCO's Member States adopted a Declaration of Principles on Tolerance.
USA: National Button Day
If you have Koumpounophobia, this isn't the holiday for you. Koumpounophobia is the fear of buttons!
USA: National Fast Food Day
Celebrate National Fast Food Day with savory treats and indulge in the convenience, innovation, and flavors that define America's food culture.
USA: National Entrepreneur’s Day
Celebrate National Entrepreneur’s Day by honoring the innovators who drive economic growth, create jobs, and inspire future generations through their bold ideas.November 15th 2021 | Go to Today | November 17th 2021
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| General Information for November 16th 2021 | |
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| There are 3 public holidays today. | |
| Day 320 of 2021 | |
| 45 days left in 2021 | |
| Week 46 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1988 – The Supreme Soviet of the Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic declares that Estonia is "sovereign" but stops short of declaring independence. | |
| 1945 - UNESCO is founded. | |
| 1920 - Qantas, Australia's national airline, is founded as Queensland and Northern Territory Aerial Services Limited. | |
| 1532 - Francisco Pizarro and his men capture Inca Emperor Atahualpa at the Battle of Cajamarca. |
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