This is our day guide for Monday July 22nd 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 July 22nd 2024
Bangladesh: Public Holiday
Public Holidays have been declared due to violence during student-led protests.
Eswatini: Birthday of Late King Sobhuza
Reigning for over 82 years, King Sobhuza was born on 22 July 1899
Lao: Women's Union Establishment Day (in lieu)
The Lao Women's Union was established on July 20th 1955 to promote the role of women under the National ConstitutionRegional
Malaysia (regional): Sarawak Day
On July 22nd 1963, the British granted Sarawak self-government on the condition that it joined Malaya, North Borneo and Singapore to form Malaysia
Thailand: Asahna Bucha Day (in lieu)
Marks the day when the Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon in India over 2500 years agoPublic sector only
Thailand: Buddhist Lent (in lieu)
Marks the start of the three month period when Monks have to stay in the one placeObservances on July 22nd 2024
USA: National Hammock Day
Today’s reason to celebrate reminds us to slow down, breathe easy and enjoy these beautiful summer months.
USA: National Penuche Fudge Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Penuche Fudge Day
USA: National Rat Catcher’s Day
Yes, we know rats are intelligent and make good pets, but if you ever have a rat infestation, you'll be glad that this occupation still exists.
International: World Mango Day
Mangos are in-season all year long making it a fruit that can be celebrated every day, not just today!
International: International Brain Day
This holiday is designed to increase awareness of brain health issues for people everywhere.July 21st 2024 | Go to Today | July 23rd 2024
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| General Information for July 22nd 2024 | |
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| There are 6 public holidays today. | |
| Day 204 of 2024 | |
| 162 days left in 2024 | |
| Week 30 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1992 - Wayne McLaren, who portrayed the Marlboro Man in ads for the cigarette brand, dies (b. 1940). | |
| 1968 - The first Arab plane hijacking occurs. | |
| 1812 - The Battle of Salamanca took place in west Spain in which the Duke of Wellington was victorious over the French in the Peninsula War. | |
| 1469 - Warwick and Clarence agree to return to England and depose Edward IV in favour of Henry VI, in the Second War of the Roses. |
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