Day Guide for Friday September 16th 2022 What are the holidays on September 16th 2022?

This is our day guide for Friday September 16th 2022 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 September 16th 2022

Chile: Independence Day (in lieu)

On September 18th 1810, Chile broke from Spanish rule, declaring their independence. The Spanish had ruled Chile since the middle of the Sixteenth Century

El Salvador: Independence Day (bridge day)

Celebrates independence from Spain, achieved in 1821

Libya: Martyrs' Day

Remembers Libyans killed or exiled under Italian rule on the date of the execution of a notable resistance fighter.

Malaysia: Malaysia Day

In 1963, the former British colony of Singapore and the East Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak, joined the Federation of Malaya

Mexico: Independence Day

Commemorates the start of the Mexican War of Independence against Spain on September 16th 1810

Public sector only

Nicaragua: Nicaragua Public Sector Holiday

Paid Holidays for the public sector to create a week of holidays around the National Day.

Papua New Guinea: Independence Day

Commemorates the day Papua New Guinea gained its indepence from Australia in 1975

Saint Kitts and Nevis: National Heroes Day

Honours distinguished individuals for significant contributions to the nation

Observances on September 16th 2022

USA: Anne Bradstreet Day

On the anniversary of her death in 1672, we celebrate the works of this early North American poet.

United Nations: International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer 

The ozone layer, a fragile shield of gas, protects the Earth from the harmful portion of the rays of the sun, thus helping preserve life on the planet.

USA: Mayflower Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Mayflower Day

USA: National Cinnamon Raisin Bread Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Cinnamon Raisin Bread Day

United Kingdom: National Guacamole Day

A day to dip into this tasty Mexican Dip on Mexico's National Day

USA: World Play-Doh Day

Play-Doh Compound is the #1 reusable modeling compound, with over 100 million cans produced each year.

USA: National Step Family Day

National Stepfamily Day is a wonderful opportunity for stepfamilies to come together and celebrate their unique bonds.

USA: Trail of Tears Commemoration Day

The Trail of Tears was a series of forced relocations of approximately 60,000 Native Americans.

USA: National POW/MIA Recognition Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National POW/MIA Recognition Day

USA: National Trademen Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Trademen Day

International: Grenache Day

Grenache is a popular red wine that grows in hot and dry conditions.

United Nations: International Interventional Cardiology Day

Discover the impact of International Interventional Cardiology Day, a celebration of advancements in heart care and awareness for cardiovascular health.

September 15th 2022 | Go to Today | September 17th 2022

Choose a Day
General Information for September 16th 2022
There are 8 public holidays today.
Day 259 of 2022
106 days left in 2022
Week 37 of the year
On this Day in History
1975 - The Cape Verde Islands, Mozambique, and Sao Tome and Principe join the United Nations.
1970 - King Hussein of Jordan declares military rule following the hijacking of four civilian airliners by the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP). This results in the formation of the Black September Palestinian paramilitary unit.
1959 - The first successful photocopier, the Xerox 914, is introduced in a demonstration on live television from New York City.
1945 - World War II: The surrender of the Japanese troops in Hong Kong is accepted by Royal Navy Admiral Sir Cecil Harcourt.