Day Guide for Saturday September 16th 2023 What are the holidays on September 16th 2023?

This is our day guide for Saturday September 16th 2023 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 2023

Regional

India (regional): Tithi of Srimatna Sankardev

Srimanta Sankardev was a 15th–16th century Assamese polymath credited with uniting Assam.

Iran: Martyrdom of Imam Reza

Imam Reza was a descendant of the Prophet Muhammad and the eighth Shi'ite Imam

Israel: Rosh Hashanah

The Jewish Holiday of Rosh Hashanah is generally known as the New Year' s Day of the Jewish calendar

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

Maldives: Qaumee Dhuvas

Celebrates the victory of Muhammad Thakurufaanu Al Auzam over the Portuguese occupation in 1573

Mexico: Independence Day

Commemorates the start of the Mexican War of Independence against Spain on September 16th 1810

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 nation

Observances on September 16th 2023

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 Dance Day

If you stumble, make it part of your dance

USA: Big Whopper Liar Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Big Whopper Liar Day

USA: Boys’ and Girls’ Club Day for Kids

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Boys’ and Girls’ Club Day for Kids

USA: International Coastal Cleanup Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of International Coastal Cleanup Day

USA: International Eat An Apple Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of International Eat An Apple Day

International: International Red Panda Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of International Red Panda Day

USA: Puppy Mill Awareness Day

A day to highlight the inhumane practice of using 'puppy mills' to supply pet stores with dogs often kept in squalid conditions.

USA: Responsible Dog Ownership Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Responsible Dog Ownership Day

Germany: Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest is held annually in Munich attracting over 5 million visitors each year.

International: World Cleanup Day

World Cleanup Day is a civic movement, uniting 180 countries and millions of people across the world to clean up the planet. In one day.

International: Rosh Hashanah

The Jewish Holiday of Rosh Hashanah is generally known as the New Year' s Day of the Jewish calendar

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General Information for September 16th 2023
There are 9 public holidays today.
Day 259 of 2023
106 days left in 2023
Week 37 of the year
On this Day in History
1987 - The Montreal Protocol is signed to protect the ozone layer from depletion caused by atmospheric pollution.
1970 - King Hussein of Jordan declares military rule following the hijacking of four civilian airliners by the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP). This results in the formation of the Black September Palestinian paramilitary unit.
1810 - With the Grito de Dolores, Father Miguel Hidalgo begins Mexico's fight for independence from Spain.
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.