This is our day guide for Friday May 10th 2024 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 May 10th 2024
International: Mother's Day
In Mexico and many parts of Latin America, Mother’s Day is celebrated on May 10th each year
International: Ascension Friday
The Friday after Ascension is often given or taken as a holiday to form a long weekend
Georgia: Public Holiday
Georgia has declared three public holidays to create a work-free week after Orthodox Easter.Regional
India (regional): Basava Jayanthi
Karnataka. Marks the birthday of Basavanna, the founding saint of the Lingayat religionRegional
India (regional): Parashurama Jayanti
Parshurama is the sixth avatar of Lord Vishnu. He is the son of Renuka and one of the saptarishi Sage Jamadagni
Indonesia: Ascension Day Holiday
This day observes the departure of Jesus from earth after his resurrection. It is perhaps the earliest observed celebration in Christianity.
Kenya: National Tree Growing Day
A public holiday to plant trees in honour of those who lost their lives in the floods.
Russia: Victory Day (bridge day)
Celebrates the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany and the end of the Second World WarPublic sector only
Thailand: Royal Ploughing Ceremony
This holiday marks the start of the rice growing season and its date is based on astrological eventsPublic sector only
USA (regional): Confederate Memorial Day
Honors the confederate soldiers who died in the American Civil War
Uganda: Public Holiday
A public holiday to mark the start of the nationwide census in Uganda.Observances on May 10th 2024
USA: National Shrimp Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Shrimp Day
Mexico: Mother's Day
In Mexico and many parts of Latin America, Mother’s Day is celebrated on May 10th each year
International: World Lupus Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Lupus Day.
Romania: National Independence Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Independence Day in Romania.
USA: National Fentanyl Awareness Day
Created by the DEA in 2022 in response to an increase in fentanyl overdose deaths.
USA: National Military Spouse Appreciation Day
Our military spouses embody ideals we cherish: strength, loyalty, and commitment. They are why we serve.
USA: National Provider Appreciation Day
Provider Appreciation Day is a special day in May to recognize child care providers, teachers and other educators of young children everywhere.
International: Fintastic Friday
Find out the dates, history and traditions of Fintastic Friday.May 9th 2024 | Go to Today | May 11th 2024
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| General Information for May 10th 2024 | |
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| There are 11 public holidays today. | |
| Day 131 of 2024 | |
| 235 days left in 2024 | |
| Week 19 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1957 - Sid Vicious, prominent figure in the Punk Music movement, is born. | |
| 1915 - Margaret Thatcher's future husband, Denis Thatcher, is born. | |
| 1914 - Founder of the Boys Brigade Sir William Smith dies. | |
| 1508 - Michelangelo begins work on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. |
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