This is our day guide for Saturday October 24th 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 24th 2020
International: Maha Navami
Hindu festival in South Asia that celebrates worship of the Hindu goddess DurgaRegional
India (regional): Durga Ashtami
Durgastami or Mahastami is the eighth day of the Durga Puja festivalRegional
India (regional): Maha Ashtami
The festival of Dusseha symbolizes the triumph of good over evil in the legend of Rama and RavanaRegional
Pakistan (regional): Founding Day
Commemorates the establishment of the AJK state on this day in 1947.
Seychelles: Public Holiday
A public holiday to mark the inauguration of President Patrick Herminie.
Zambia: Independence Day
Marks the declaration of independence from the United Kingdom in 1964Observances on October 24th 2020
USA: National Bologna Day
The holiday is a load of baloney! Literally.
United Nations: United Nations Day
UN Day marks the anniversary of the entry into force in 1945 of the UN Charter.
United Nations: World Development Information Day
Improving the dissemination of information leads to a greater awareness of the problems of development,
United Kingdom: World Tripe Day
This day is about using all parts of the animals we eat and reducing waste and perfectly good sources of food.
USA: National Make A Difference Day
This community service event that is held on the fourth Saturday in October.
Germany: Day of the Libraries
No matter where you are in the world, libraries play an important part in our communities.
USA: Vote Early Day
Over 200 million Americans have options to vote before Election Day with no excuse needed!
United Kingdom: RSPB Feed the Birds Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of RSPB Feed the Birds Day.
USA: National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day.
International: International Day Against Climate Change
International Day of Climate Action is a worldwide movement initiated by young people concerned about climate change and global injustice.
International: World Kangaroo Day
Celebrate the unique beauty of Australia's wildlife on World Kangaroo Day and join the movement to protect these iconic marsupials.October 23rd 2020 | Go to Today | October 25th 2020
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| General Information for October 24th 2020 | |
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| There are 6 public holidays today. | |
| Day 298 of 2020 | |
| 68 days left in 2020 | |
| Week 43 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1977 - Veterans Day is observed on the fourth Monday in October for the seventh and last time. (The holiday is once again observed on November 11 beginning the following year.) | |
| 1861 – The First Transcontinental Telegraph line across the United States is completed, spelling the end for the 18-month-old Pony Express. | |
| 1260 – The Cathedral of Chartres is dedicated in the presence of King Louis IX of France; the cathedral is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. | |
| 1147 – After a siege of 4 months crusader knights led by Afonso Henriques reconquered Lisbon. |
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