Monday 16th November 2020 | There is a Day for that!

This is our day guide for Monday November 16th 2020 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?

Observances on November 16th 2020

Sigd

A holiday observed by Ethiopian Jews to commemorate their return from exile to Israel.

National Button Day

General
USA

If you have Koumpounophobia, this isn't the holiday for you. Koumpounophobia is the fear of buttons!

National Fast Food Day 🍔

Food
USA

Celebrate National Fast Food Day with savory treats and indulge in the convenience, innovation, and flavors that define America's food culture.

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.

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.

Diwali

International

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

Sint Eustatius Flag Day

Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba

Commemorates the date in 1776 when Statia became the first country in the world to recognize the independence of the United States of America

Independence of Cartagena

Colombia

On November 11th 1811, Cartagena declared independence from Spain

Bhai Bij

India

A festival focused on siblings. Sisters invite their brothers to join in a feast.

Vikram Samvat New Year

India

Gujuarat. Named after king Vikramaditya, this calendar remains widely used in western India. In Gujarat, the second day of Diwali is celebrated as the first day of the Vikram Samvat calendar