Day Guide for Sunday October 4th 2020 What are the holidays on October 4th 2020?

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 1966

Not 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.

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General Information for October 4th 2020
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.
1958 - Fifth Republic of France is established.
1535 - The first complete English-language Bible (the Coverdale Bible) is printed, with translations by William Tyndale and Miles Coverdale.
1227 - Assassination of Caliph al-Adil.