Thursday 10th October 2024 | There is a Day for that!

This is our day guide for Thursday October 10th 2024 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 October 10th 2024

Day of Finnish literature

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Day of Finnish literature

World Homeless Day

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

Astronomy Day 🌑

This day happens twice a year, giving us twice the chance to explore the wonders of the night sky.

World Sight Day

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

National Angel Food Cake Day

Food
USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Angel Food Cake Day

National Cake Decorating Day

Action
USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Cake Decorating Day

National Handbag Day

Clothing
USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Handbag Day

National Hug a Drummer Day

Music
USA

Beat the drum today for this holidays that celebrates the oldest musical instrument.

World Porridge Day

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

World Mental Health Day

The World Health Organisation recognises World Mental Health Day on October 10th every year.

Durga Puja

Bangladesh

Durga Puja is one of the largest Hindu festivals that involves worship of Goddess Durga symbolising power and triumph of good over evil in Hindu mythology.

Independence Day

Cuba

Marks the date in 1868, that Carlos Manuel de Céspedes made his famous "Grito de Yara", the battle cry and declaration that launched the uprising for Cuban Independence.