This is our day guide for Sunday September 24th 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 24th 2023
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Austria (regional): Saint Rupert's Day
Saint Rupert (Heiliger Rupert), founded Salzburg (Salt Castle) in the early eighth centuryRegional
Bhutan (regional): Thimphu Tshechu
Tshechu are annual religious Bhutanese festivals held in each district of BhutanRegional
Bolivia (regional): Public Holiday
Santa Cruz regional holiday celebrated on 24 September
Cambodia: Constitutional Day
This national holiday was established to celebrate the signing of the Cambodian constitution by King Sihanouk.
Dominican Republic: Our Lady of Mercedes Day
This celebration dates back to 1615, when the Mercedians, a Spanish order, established the feast day in honour of the Virgin Mary
Guinea-Bissau: Independence Day
Independence from Portugal was unilaterally declared on 24 September 1973Regional
India (regional): Janmostav of Srimatna Sankardev
Birthday of Srimanta Sankardev, a 15th–16th century Assamese polymath
Iran: Martyrdom of Imam Hassan Asgari
Imam Hassan Asgari was the 11th Imam of Twelver Shia Islam and was poisoned in 874 AD.
New Caledonia: New Caledonia Day
Commemorates New Caledonia becoming an overseas territory of France on September 24th 1853.
South Africa: Heritage Day
Known as Erfenisdag in Afrikaans, the intention of Heritage Day is for all South Africans to celebrate their heritage, the diversity of their beliefs and traditions and remember their struggles against Apartheid
Thailand: Prince Mahidol Day
The father of King Bhumibol is regarded as the father of modern medicine in Thailand.
Trinidad and Tobago: Republic Day
Trinidad and Tobago officially became a republic on Aug. 1, 1976. However, Republic Day is on Sept. 24, when the county’s Parliament convened for the first time. To honor it, people listen to speeches and attend special public events.Observances on September 24th 2023
USA: National Cherries Jubilee Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Cherries Jubilee Day
USA: Punctuation Day
Some people think an ellipsis is when the moon moves in front of the sun, but you know better...
USA: Schwenkfelder Thanksgiving
The Schwenkfelder Church is a small American Christian body rooted in the 16th-century Protestant Reformation teachings of Caspar Schwenkfeld von Ossig.
USA: Innergize Day
As summer has officially ended, this is a day intended to be spent in relaxation.
USA: National Gold Star Mother’s Day
A day to recognize those mothers who have lost a son or daughter in action against an enemy of America.
New Zealand: Daylight Savings Begins
Get ready to set your clocks forward by one hour as daylight savings time starts.
International: World Rivers Day
The fourth Sunday in September is a chance to celebrate the world's waterway that bring life to our countries.
Austria: European Heritage Day
A day to celebrate Austria's role at the centre of Europe and the importance of its heritage.
International: World Bollywood Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Bollywood Day.September 23rd 2023 | Go to Today | September 25th 2023
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| General Information for September 24th 2023 | |
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| There are 12 public holidays today. | |
| Day 267 of 2023 | |
| 98 days left in 2023 | |
| Week 38 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1979 - CompuServe launches the first consumer internet service, which features the first public electronic mail service. | |
| 1957 - Camp Nou, the largest stadium in Europe, is opened in Barcelona. | |
| 1890 - The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints officially renounces polygamy. | |
| 1664 - The Dutch Republic surrenders New Amsterdam to England. |
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