This is our day guide for Saturday July 6th 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 July 6th 2024
Comoros: National Day
Marks independence from France, gained on 6 July 1975
Czech Republic: Jan Hus Day
This holiday commemorates the martyrdom of Jan Hus and is always celebrated on 6 JulyRegional
India (regional): MHIP Day
The MHIP is the biggest voluntary organisation in Mizoram and was founded on July 6th 1974
Kazakhstan: Capital City Day
Astana City became the capital of Kazakhstan on July 6th 1994
Lithuania: Anniversary of the Coronation of King Mindaugas
King Mindaugas was the first Grand Duke of Lithuania and the first and only King of a unified Lithuania
Malawi: Independence Day
Marks Malawi's independence from the United Kingdom in 1966Observances on July 6th 2024
USA: National Fried Chicken Day
Though this day is celebrated in July, fried chicken is a a traditional treat on Christmas Eve in Japan.
International: World Zoonoses Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Zoonoses Day.
Russia: Kupala Night
Find out the dates, history and traditions of Kupala Night.
USA: Hop-a-Park Day
It's always a good time to visit your local park, but Hop-A-Park Day at the start of July is a great time to explore.
United Nations: International Day of Cooperatives
The co-operative model contains aspects of sustainable development at its core and is based on ethical values and principles.July 5th 2024 | Go to Today | July 7th 2024
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| General Information for July 6th 2024 | |
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| There are 6 public holidays today. | |
| Day 188 of 2024 | |
| 178 days left in 2024 | |
| Week 27 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1942 - My Gal Sal, one of the B-17 Flying Fortresses is rescued. | |
| 1885 - Louis Pasteur successfully tests his vaccine against rabies on Joseph Meister, a boy who was bitten by a rabid dog. | |
| 1545 - The Carraquon, part of the French Armada that would later attack the Mary Rose off the Isle of Wight, explodes when the cook accidentally sets fire to the vessel. | |
| 1469 - Warwick, Isabel and Clarence crossed to Calais in the prelude to 'The Second War of the Roses'. |
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