Monday 16th January 2023 | There is a Day for that!

This is our day guide for Monday January 16th 2023 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 January 16th 2023

National Religious Freedom Day

Religious
International

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Religious Freedom Day

Blue Monday

Seasons
International

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Blue Monday

National Fig Newton Day

Food
USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Fig Newton Day

National Nothing Day

Action
USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Nothing Day

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Each year on the third Monday of January, America honors the birth, life and dream of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

National Quinoa Day

Food
USA

Celebrate National Quinoa Day with health-conscious foodies and discover the rich history and versatility of this superfood on January 16th.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

International

Each year on the third Monday of January, America honors the birth, life and dream of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

George Price Day

Belize

A public holiday dedicated to the Father of the Nation and National Hero.

DR Congo Heroes' Day

DR Congo

Heroes' Day in DR Congo is two days of public holidays to commemorate the deaths of two former Presidents

Kanuma in Sankranti

India

In Andhra Pradesh, the Kanuma festival is celebrated on the third day of four-day Sankranti festival

Thiruvalluvar Day

India

Tanil Nadu. The fourth day of the Pongal celebrations is called Thiruvalluvar Day. It is dedicated to the sun god, Surya.

John Chilembwe Day

Malawi

Honours the Reverend John Chilembwe who led the first nationalist uprising in Chiradzulu district in 1914-1915 protesting against forced labour and African involvement in the first world war.