This is our day guide for Sunday October 4th 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 October 4th 2020
China: Chinese National Day Holiday
The People's Republic of China was founded on October 1st 1949 with a ceremony at Tian'anmen Square.Regional
Italy (regional): Feast of St. Petronius
Saint Petronius was bishop of Bologna during the fifth century. He is a patron saint of the city. Born of a noble Roman family, he became a convert to Christianity and then a priest
Lesotho: Independence Day
Basutoland gained its independence from Britain and became the Kingdom of Lesotho in 1966Not a Public Holiday
Luxembourg: Father's Day
1st Sunday in October.Observances on October 4th 2020
Sweden: National Cinnamon Bun Day
National Cinnamon Bun Day is a fun and tasty holiday that celebrates one of Sweden's most beloved pastries.
USA: National Golf Lover’s Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Golf Lover’s Day
USA: National Taco Day
Get ready to fiesta on National Taco Day! On Oct 4, Indulge in the ultimate taco experience!
USA: National Vodka Day
Today it doesn't matter if you drink it neat or flavored, as long as you raise a glass to this popular East European classic.
USA: Deficit Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of Deficit Day
International: World Animal Day
The mission of World Animal day is to raise the status of animals in order to improve welfare standards around the globe.
Sweden: Cinnamon Roll Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of Cinnamon Roll Day.
United Kingdom: Grandparents Day
A day to celebrate the love and achievements of the older generation.October 3rd 2020 | Go to Today | October 5th 2020
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| General Information for October 4th 2020 | |
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| There are 4 public holidays today. | |
| Day 278 of 2020 | |
| 88 days left in 2020 | |
| Week 40 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1967 - Omar Ali Saifuddin III of Brunei abdicates in favour of his son, His Majesty Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah. | |
| 1957 - Space Race: Launch of Sputnik I, the first artificial satellite to orbit the Earth. | |
| 1853 - Crimean War: The Ottoman Empire declares war on Russia. | |
| 1777 - During the American Revolutionary War, the Battle of Germantown begins on this day in Pennsylvania. |
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