Day Guide for Wednesday October 13th 2021 What are the holidays on October 13th 2021?

This is our day guide for Wednesday October 13th 2021 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 13th 2021

Burundi: Prince Louis Rwagasore Day

Marks the assassination in 1961 of a Burundi nationalist and prime minister

Public sector only

India (regional): Durga Ashtami

Durgastami or Mahastami is the eighth day of the Durga Puja festival

Nepal: Maha Ashtami

The festival of Dusseha symbolizes the triumph of good over evil in the legend of Rama and Ravana

Thailand: The Passing of King Bhumibol

In remembrance of His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, King Rama IX who died on October 13th 2016.

Observances on October 13th 2021

USA: National Bring Your Teddy Bear to Work/School Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Bring Your Teddy Bear to Work/School Day

USA: National Emergency Nurse’s Day

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USA: National Stop Bullying Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Stop Bullying Day

United Nations: International Day for Disaster Reduction 

A day focused on promoting a global culture of disaster reduction and preparedness.

USA: National No Bra Day

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USA: National Train Your Brain Day

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USA: National Yorkshire Pudding Day

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USA: Navy Birthday

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USA: National Fossil Day

A celebration organized by the National Park Service to promote public awareness and stewardship of fossils.

USA: National Take Your Parents To Lunch Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Take Your Parents To Lunch Day

International: International Top Spinning Day

Originated by the Spinning Top and Yo-Yo Museum, this is an annual celebration of this timeless child's toy and scientific device!

Israel: Aliyah Day

A day to mark the contributions of immigrants to Israel.

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General Information for October 13th 2021
There are 4 public holidays today.
Day 286 of 2021
79 days left in 2021
Week 41 of the year
On this Day in History
1990 - End of the Lebanese Civil War. Syrian forces launch an attack on the free areas of Lebanon removing General Michel Aoun from the presidential palace.
1983 - Ameritech Mobile Communications (now AT&T Inc.) launched the first US cellular network in Chicago.
1943 - World War II: The new government of Italy sides with the Allies and declares war on Germany.
1812 - War of 1812: Battle of Queenston Heights - As part of the Niagara campaign in Ontario, Canada, United States forces under General Stephen Van Rensselaer are repulsed from invading Canada by British and native troops led by Sir Isaac Brock.