Day Guide for Sunday October 20th 2024 What are the holidays on October 20th 2024?

This is our day guide for Sunday October 20th 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 October 20th 2024

Not a Public Holiday

Argentina: Mother's Day

In Argentina, Mother's Day is celebrated on the third Sunday of October.

Guatemala: Revolution Day

In 1944, university students and military leaders aligned to overthrow the dictator Jorge Ubico

Kenya: Mashujaa Day

October 20th honours all those who contributed towards the struggle for independence

Observances on October 20th 2024

USA: National Brandied Fruit Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Brandied Fruit Day

International: World Osteoporosis Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Osteoporosis Day.

United Kingdom: Local Radio Day

An occasion to not only celebrate but also strengthen the connections that local radio brings.

International: International Sloth Day

Take it slow and celebrate International Sloth Day by learning about these fascinating creatures and supporting conservation efforts to protect their habitats.

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General Information for October 20th 2024
There are 3 public holidays today.
Day 294 of 2024
72 days left in 2024
Week 42 of the year
On this Day in History
1968 - Former US first lady Jacqueline Kennedy marries Greek shipping tycoon Aristotle Onassis.
1962 – People's Republic of China launches simultaneous offensives in Ladakh and across the McMahon Line, igniting the Sino-Indian War.
1904 – Chile and Bolivia sign the Treaty of Peace and Friendship, delimiting the border between the two countries.
1740 - Maria Theresa takes the throne of Austria. France, Prussia, Bavaria and Saxony refuse to honour the Pragmatic Sanction and theWar of the Austrian Succession begins.