This is our day guide for Thursday May 2nd 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 May 2nd 2024
International: Labour Day Holiday
This holiday is most commonly associated as a commemoration of the achievements of the labour movement
Bhutan: Birth Anniversary of the 3rd Druk Gyalpo
Jigme Dorji Wangchuck the 3rd Druk Gyalpo, who began Bhutan's first steps toward modernisation, was born on May 2nd 1929.Regional
Spain (regional): Community Festival of Madrid
Madrid only. Marks a rebellion against the French during the War of IndependenceMay 1st 2024 | Go to Today | May 3rd 2024
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| General Information for May 2nd 2024 | |
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| There are 3 public holidays today. | |
| Day 123 of 2024 | |
| 243 days left in 2024 | |
| Week 18 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1997 - Tony Blair becomes prime minister of the UK. | |
| 1975 - Captain of the England football team, David Beckham is born. | |
| 1803 - The state of Louisiana is purchased from France, doubling the size of the USA and paving the way for further expansion. | |
| 1652 - John Milton's daughter Deborah is born. |
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