This is our day guide for Wednesday July 22nd 2020 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 2020
Eswatini: Birthday of Late King Sobhuza
Reigning for over 82 years, King Sobhuza was born on 22 July 1899Regional
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 MalaysiaObservances on July 22nd 2020
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.
USA: National Hot Dog Day
From its humble beginnings as a street food staple to its iconic status at baseball games and backyard barbecues, the hot dog has become a symbol of community, joy, and all things Americana.
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 2020 | Go to Today | July 23rd 2020
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| General Information for July 22nd 2020 | |
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| There are 2 public holidays today. | |
| Day 204 of 2020 | |
| 162 days left in 2020 | |
| 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). | |
| 1844 - The Rev William Spooner was born in London. He was an albino and suffered defective eyesight and it is thought that this caused some of his verbal confusions which were later dubbed 'spoonerisms'. These included 'it is kisstomary to cuss the bride' and 'you hissed my mystery lecture'. | |
| 1376 - The mass abduction of children from the town of Hamelin by the Pied Piper supposedly took place, according to a legend. | |
| 1298 - The English used longbows for the first time, when they defeated the Scots at the Battle of Falkirk. |
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