This is our day guide for Sunday September 20th 2026 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 20th 2026
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Brazil (regional): Ragamuffin War Anniversary
Rio Grande do Sul. Marks the start of the Ragamuffin War in 1835.Regional
Germany (regional): World Children's Day
The World Conference for the Well-being of Children in Geneva, Switzerland, proclaimed June 1st to be International Children's Day in 1925
Haiti: Dessalines Birthday
Commemorates the birth of Jean-Jacques Dessalines, Haiti's first ruler, in 1758.Regional
Switzerland (regional): Swiss Federal Fast
A Swiss government-arranged multi-denominational holiday celebrated by Christians and the Jewish communityObservances on September 20th 2026
USA: National Punch Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Punch Day
USA: National Gibberish Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Gibberish Day.
USA: National Pepperoni Pizza Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Pepperoni Pizza Day.
International: International Day of University Sport
International Day of University Sport (IDUS) is celebrated on 20 September and was officially proclaimed by the United Nations Education, Science and Culture Organisation (UNESCO).
USA: National Queso Day
Celebrate the cheesy delight of National Queso Day on September 20th with dips, flavors, and fun at your favorite Tex-Mex spot or at home!
USA: National Fried Rice Day
Celebrate the irresistible flavors of National Fried Rice Day with dishes that highlight creativity and resourcefulness. Dive into deliciousness!September 19th 2026 | Go to Today | September 21st 2026
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| General Information for September 20th 2026 | |
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| There are 4 public holidays today. | |
| Day 263 of 2026 | |
| 102 days left in 2026 | |
| Week 38 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1979 - A coup d'état in the Central African Empire overthrows Emperor Bokasa I. | |
| 1909 - The Parliament of the United Kingdom passes the South Africa Act 1909, creating the Union of South Africa from the British Colonies of the Cape of Good Hope, Natal, Orange River Colony, and the Transvaal Colony. | |
| 1893 - Charles Duryea and his brother road-test the first American-made gasoline-powered automobile. | |
| 1857 - The Indian Rebellion of 1857 ends with the recapture of Delhi by troops loyal to the East India Company. |
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