Day Guide for Monday October 20th 2025 What are the holidays on October 20th 2025?

This is our day guide for Monday October 20th 2025 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 20th 2025

International: Diwali

Celebrations revolve around the triumph of good over evil, purity over impurity, light over darkness

British Virgin Islands: Heroes and Foreparents Day

This public holiday replaces St. Ursula's Day, It recognises the outstanding contributions of Virgin Islanders, in shaping their unique history and identity.

Grenada: National Heroes Day (in lieu)

As National Heroes' Day falls on a Sunday in 2025, the following Monday will be a public holiday.

Guatemala: Revolution Day

In 1944, university students and military leaders aligned to overthrow the dictator Jorge Ubico

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India (regional): Kali Puja

Kali Puja is celebrated on the new moon day of the Hindu month Kartik. It is celebrated on the same day as Diwali, when other regions worship the godess Lakshmi.

Regional

India (regional): Narak Chaturdashi

Karnataka. The second day of the five-day-long festival of Diwali

Jamaica: National Heroes' Day

Celebrated on the Third Monday in October. Commemorates seven national heroes from Jamaican history.

Kenya: Mashujaa Day

October 20th honours all those who contributed towards the struggle for independence

Nepal: Tihar (Laxmi Puja)

The third day of Tihar is when Lakshmi the goddess of wealth is worshipped

Singapore: Deepavali

Celebrations revolve around the triumph of good over evil, purity over impurity, light over darkness

Observances on October 20th 2025

United Nations: World Statistics Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Statistics Day

United Kingdom: UK Coffee Week

Find out the dates, history and traditions of UK Coffee Week.

United Kingdom: Local Radio Day

An occasion to not only celebrate but also strengthen the connections that local radio brings.

USA: National Brandied Fruit Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Brandied Fruit Day

International: World Osteoporosis Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Osteoporosis Day.

USA: National Clean Your Virtual Desktop Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Clean Your Virtual Desktop Day

International: Diwali

Celebrations revolve around the triumph of good over evil, purity over impurity, light over darkness.

International: International Sloth Day

Take it slow and celebrate International Sloth Day by learning about these fascinating creatures and supporting conservation efforts to protect their habitats.

International: International Chefs Day

Celebrate International Chefs Day and discover the artistry, innovation, and role of chefs in promoting healthy eating and inspiring future generations.

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General Information for October 20th 2025
There are 10 public holidays today.
Day 293 of 2025
72 days left in 2025
Week 43 of the year
On this Day in History
1973 - The Sydney Opera House opens.
1952 - Governor Evelyn Baring declares a state of emergency in Kenya and begins arresting hundreds of suspected leaders of the Mau Mau Uprising, including Jomo Kenyatta, the future first President of Kenya.
1947 – The House Un-American Activities Committee begins its investigation into Communist infiltration of Hollywood, resulting in a blacklist that prevents some from working in the industry for years.
1946 – Government of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam decides that the 20th October is Vietnam Women's Day.