This is our day guide for Friday September 16th 2022 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 September 16th 2022
Chile: Independence Day (in lieu)
On September 18th 1810, Chile broke from Spanish rule, declaring their independence. The Spanish had ruled Chile since the middle of the Sixteenth Century
El Salvador: Independence Day (bridge day)
Celebrates independence from Spain, achieved in 1821
Libya: Martyrs' Day
Remembers Libyans killed or exiled under Italian rule on the date of the execution of a notable resistance fighter.
Malaysia: Malaysia Day
In 1963, the former British colony of Singapore and the East Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak, joined the Federation of Malaya
Mexico: Independence Day
Commemorates the start of the Mexican War of Independence against Spain on September 16th 1810Public sector only
Nicaragua: Nicaragua Public Sector Holiday
Paid Holidays for the public sector to create a week of holidays around the National Day.
Papua New Guinea: Independence Day
Commemorates the day Papua New Guinea gained its indepence from Australia in 1975
Saint Kitts and Nevis: National Heroes Day
Honours distinguished individuals for significant contributions to the nationObservances on September 16th 2022
USA: Anne Bradstreet Day
On the anniversary of her death in 1672, we celebrate the works of this early North American poet.
United Nations: International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer
The ozone layer, a fragile shield of gas, protects the Earth from the harmful portion of the rays of the sun, thus helping preserve life on the planet.
USA: Mayflower Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of Mayflower Day
USA: National Cinnamon Raisin Bread Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Cinnamon Raisin Bread Day
United Kingdom: National Guacamole Day
A day to dip into this tasty Mexican Dip on Mexico's National Day
USA: World Play-Doh Day
Play-Doh Compound is the #1 reusable modeling compound, with over 100 million cans produced each year.
USA: National Step Family Day
National Stepfamily Day is a wonderful opportunity for stepfamilies to come together and celebrate their unique bonds.
USA: Trail of Tears Commemoration Day
The Trail of Tears was a series of forced relocations of approximately 60,000 Native Americans.
USA: National POW/MIA Recognition Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National POW/MIA Recognition Day
USA: National Trademen Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Trademen Day
International: Grenache Day
Grenache is a popular red wine that grows in hot and dry conditions.September 15th 2022 | Go to Today | September 17th 2022
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| General Information for September 16th 2022 | |
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| There are 8 public holidays today. | |
| Day 259 of 2022 | |
| 106 days left in 2022 | |
| Week 37 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1959 - The first successful photocopier, the Xerox 914, is introduced in a demonstration on live television from New York City. | |
| 1812 - The Fire of Moscow begins shortly after midnight and destroys three quarters of the city days later. | |
| 1400 - Owain Glyndwr is declared Prince of Wales by his followers. | |
| 307 - Emperor Severus II is captured and imprisoned at Tres Tabernae. He is later executed (or forced to commit suicide) after Galerius unsuccessfully invades Italy. |
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