This is our day guide for Friday October 29th 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 29th 2021
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Australia (regional): Ekka People's Day
The Royal National Agricultural (RNA) Show Day (Brisbane only) is usually held on the second Wednesday in August except when there are five Wednesdays in August when it is held on the third Wednesday.Public sector only
Brazil: Civil Servants Day
Brazil also has optional holidays set aside for Teachers and Commerce in October
Cambodia: King's Coronation Day
King Norodom Sihamoni's coronation took place on October 29th 2004
Turkiye: Republic Day
On October 29th 1923, the Turkish constitution was amended and Turkey became a republicPublic sector only
USA (regional): Nevada Day
Commemorates the admission of the state of Nevada into the union on October 31st 1864Observances on October 29th 2021
USA: National Breadstick Day
A breadstick is a thin, rod-shaped, crispy or chewy type of bread that is commonly served as an appetizer or side dish in Italian cuisine.
USA: National Frankenstein Friday
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Frankenstein Friday
USA: National Pharmacy Buyer Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Pharmacy Buyer Day
USA: National Cat Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Cat Day
USA: National Hermit Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Hermit Day
USA: National Oatmeal Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Oatmeal Day
USA: World Stroke Day
Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability worldwide, but almost all strokes could be prevented
Germany: World Savings Day
A day to highlight the importance of saving and thrift to ensure a better financial future.
Dominica: International Creole Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of International Creole DayOctober 28th 2021 | Go to Today | October 30th 2021
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| General Information for October 29th 2021 | |
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| There are 5 public holidays today. | |
| Day 302 of 2021 | |
| 63 days left in 2021 | |
| Week 43 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1998 – Space Shuttle Discovery blasts off on STS-95 with 77-year old John Glenn on board, making him the oldest person to go into space. | |
| 1967 – Montreal's World Fair, Expo 67, closes with over 50 million visitors. | |
| 1787 - Pennsylvania becomes the second state to ratify the United States Constitution, five days after Delaware became the first. | |
| 1422 - Charles VII of France becomes king in succession to his father Charles VI of France though he isn't officially crowned king until 1429. |
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