This is our day guide for Monday November 16th 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 November 16th 2026
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Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba (regional): Sint Eustatius Flag Day
Commemorates the date in 1776 when Statia became the first country in the world to recognize the independence of the United States of America
Colombia: Independence of Cartagena
On November 11th 1811, Cartagena was the first territory within present-day Colombia, and one of the first in Latin America, to declare independence from Spain.Regional
India (regional): Kartar Singh Sarabha Martyrdom Day
Punjab only. Kartar Singh Sarabha was executed in Lahore Jail on November 16th 1915 at the age of 19
Mexico: Revolution Day
Celebrates the beginning of the Mexican Revolution in 1910. Observed the third Monday of NovemberRegional
Nigeria (regional): Public Holiday
A work-free day in Anambra State for the posthumous birthday of the first President of Nigeria, Dr Benjamin Nnamdi Azikiwe.
North Korea: Mother's Day
Commemorates the date of a speech North Korea's first leader Kim Il Sung made about the role of mothers in 1961.Observances on November 16th 2026
USA: American Education Week
An opportunity to celebrate public education and honor individuals who are making a difference in ensuring that every student receives a quality education.
Israel: Ben-Gurion Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of Ben-Gurion Day in Israel.
United Nations: International Day for Tolerance
On the day of its fiftieth anniversary, 16 November 1995, UNESCO's Member States adopted a Declaration of Principles on Tolerance.
USA: National Button Day
If you have Koumpounophobia, this isn't the holiday for you. Koumpounophobia is the fear of buttons!
USA: National Fast Food Day
Celebrate National Fast Food Day with savory treats and indulge in the convenience, innovation, and flavors that define America's food culture.
International: World COPD Day
COPD is a Group of Lung Conditions Including Bronchitis and Emphysema.November 15th 2026 | Go to Today | November 17th 2026
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| General Information for November 16th 2026 | |
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| There are 6 public holidays today. | |
| Day 320 of 2026 | |
| 45 days left in 2026 | |
| Week 47 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1988 – The Supreme Soviet of the Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic declares that Estonia is "sovereign" but stops short of declaring independence. | |
| 1945 - UNESCO is founded. | |
| 1885 - Canadian rebel leader of the Métis and "Father of Manitoba" Louis Riel is executed for treason. | |
| 1532 - Francisco Pizarro and his men capture Inca Emperor Atahualpa at the Battle of Cajamarca. |
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