Day Guide for Tuesday April 16th 2024 What are the holidays on April 16th 2024?

This is our day guide for Tuesday April 16th 2024 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 April 16th 2024

Cambodia: Khmer New Year Holiday

On the third day of New Year celebrations Buddhists wash and clean statues of Lord Buddha with scented water

Lao: Lao New Year Holiday

Fourth day of holidays to mark the Lao New Year

Myanmar: Thingyan Holiday

Fourth day of the Water Festival before Burmese New Year

Regional

Nepal (regional): Chaite Dashain

This Hindu festival symbolizes the triumph of good over evil in the legend of Rama and Ravana.

Public sector only

Oman: Official Holiday

A holiday has been declared in the governorates of Musandam, Al Buraimi, A’Dhahirah, North Al Batinah and Al Dakhiliyah.

Thailand: Songkran

Festivities continue on the fourth day of the holidays to celebrate traditional Thai New Year

Public sector only

USA (regional): Emancipation Day

Washington DC Only. Weekday closest to April 16th. marks the abolition of slavery in the District of Columbia

Observances on April 16th 2024

Denmark: Birthday of Queen Margrethe II

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Birthday of Queen Margrethe II

USA: National Eggs Benedict Day

Eggs Benedict has become a classic American breakfast dish enjoyed by many people around the world.

USA: National Healthcare Decisions Day

National Healthcare Decisions Day exists to inspire, educate and empower the public and providers about the importance of advance care planning..

International: World Voice Day

The voice is a crucial tool not only in education but also in the daily work for about 30% of the entire working population.

USA: National Librarian Day

Celebrate National Librarian Day and the impact of these knowledge custodians in our lives, fostering learning and literacy for all.

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General Information for April 16th 2024
There are 7 public holidays today.
Day 107 of 2024
259 days left in 2024
Week 16 of the year
On this Day in History
2003 - The Treaty of Accession is signed in Athens, admitting ten new member states to the European Union.
1939 - Most revered British female vocalist of the 1960s Dusty Springfield is born in London.
1935 - The public first hear the new 'swing' sound of Glenn Miller.
1918 - Spike Milligan, Irish comedian, is born (d. 2002).