This is our day guide for Wednesday January 29th 2025 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 January 29th 2025
International: Chinese New Year
The Chinese New Year marks the start of the lunar new year, which occurs sometime between Jan. 21 and Feb. 20. Also known as the Spring Festival, it is considered one of China’s most important celebrations, with each year being named after one of the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac. Festivities include fireworks, parades, and performances. The holiday closes with a lantern festival.
International: Korean New Year
Known as Seollal, Korean New Year is the first day of the lunar Korean calendar. It is the most important of the traditional Korean holidays
Azerbaijan: Public Holiday
To allow voters to participate in the municipal elections.
Nepal: Martyrs' Day
Honours those who have sacrificed their lives for the country’s democracy and freedom.
Vietnam: Tet Nguyen Dan
Tet is Vietnamese New Year and is the most important festival and public holiday in VietnamObservances on January 29th 2025
USA: National Corn Chip Day
National Corn Chip Day is a fun and delicious holiday that celebrates the history and culture behind one of America's favorite snacks.
USA: National Puzzle Day
Puzzles are important to keep our brains active.
USA: National Curmudgeons Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Curmudgeons Day.
USA: Freethinkers Day
Freethinkers Day (Thomas Paine Day), celebrates the life of the influential American writer and philosopher.
International: Lunar New Year
Find out the dates, history and traditions of Lunar New Year.January 28th 2025 | Go to Today | January 30th 2025
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| General Information for January 29th 2025 | |
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| There are 5 public holidays today. | |
| Day 29 of 2025 | |
| 336 days left in 2025 | |
| Week 05 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 2001 - Self-adhesive postage stamps go on sale for the first time in the UK. | |
| 1985 - Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher is snubbed by Oxford dons, as the esteemed university refuses her an honorary degree. |
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