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What is October 16th?

We have 42 holidays listed for October 16.

October 16th is the 289th day in the Gregorian calendar. On this day former Chilean dictator Augustin Pinochet was arrested in London on a murder extradition warrant; Bishop Desmond Tutu was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, and C.S. Lewis's The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe was first published. Famous October 16th birthdays include Oscar Wilde, Angela Lansbury, and Tim Robbins. Today is National Liqueur Day and Global Cat Day.
Oct16

World Food Day

Where would we be without food? We certainly wouldn’t be at Starbucks, grocery stores or restaurants.

Oct16

Conflict Resolution Day

Join the world to observe a day that promotes peaceful conflict resolution.

Oct16

Dictionary Day

Webster was a true pioneer for creating the reference book we use so ubiquitously!

Oct16

Get Smart About Credit Day

Join us as we talk about credit, channel our inner Steve Carell, and get smart!

Oct16

Global Cat Day

Educating, engaging, and empowering people to defend and protect cats is the right thing to do.

Oct16

International Credit Union Day

Join a credit union that helps people like you achieve their dreams in the best way possible!

Oct16

International ShakeOut Day

We all know how scary it can be when a tremor comes out of nowhere.

Oct16

National Boss's Day

If you are blessed with a great boss, you could call ‘em a boss boss.

Oct16

National Department Store Day

Get ready as we explore department stores and their fascinating history today.

Oct16

​National Liqueur Day

Liqueurs are basically alcoholic beverages made from distilled spirits — with lots of added flavors.

Oct16

National Veterans BBQ Day

Treat veterans around you with a smoking barbeque cookout and drinks on this day.

Oct16

Spirit Day

Show your acceptance and love for the people of this bullied community.

Oct16

World Allergy Awareness Day

Discover all the ways to eliminate, and not exacerbate your allergies.

Oct16

World Spine Day

When your spine hurts, everything hurts. Here’s why World Spine Day is so important!

Oct16

Aliya Janell’s Birthday

Aliya Janell's popularity stems from her dance abilities and her accurate fashion sense.

Oct16

Angela Lansbury’s Birthday

This accomplished actress is one of the last starts of Hollywood's Golden Age!

Oct16

Angry Grandpa’s Birthday

This YouTube sensation has impacted the platform and will always be remembered.

Oct16

Aphmau’s Birthday

Aphmau is a YouTube star who creates videos of herself playing “Minecraft.”

Oct16

Bob Weir’s Birthday

This famed rock icon is more than just a great guitarist — he’s the stuff of legends!

Oct16

Carmen Pritchett’s Birthday

The decorated YouTube star has gained millions of views about her personal life.

Oct16

Flea’s Birthday

For this outstanding multi-talented bassist and actor, age is just a number.

Oct16

Hema Malini’s Birthday

Hema Malini is one of the most well-known and successful actresses in Bollywood.

Oct16

Ilya Fedorovich’s Birthday

Fedorovich is a social media star from Los Angeles who has an entrepreneurial mind.

Oct16

John Mayer’s Birthday

This gifted star has accomplished a lot and isn't showing any signs of slowing down.

Oct16

Kai Jackson’s Birthday

Skill, determination, and resilience continue to shape this social media personality’s career.

Oct16

Manute Bol’s Birthday

A legendary and inspiring sports career built with determination, skill, and discipline.

Oct16

Naomi Osaka’s Birthday

Osaka is the first Asian player to earn the number one position in tennis singles.

Oct16

Oscar Wilde’s Birthday

Oscar Wilde is most well known for his final play, “The Importance of Being Earnest.”

Oct16

Paul Edwin Zimmer’s Birthday

Paul Edwin Zimmer was a founding member of the Society for Creative Anachronism.

Oct16

Ruby Rose Turner’s Birthday

She’s not only reaching for the stars, she’s dancing with them, too!

Oct16

Suzanne Somers’s Birthday

Suzanne worked as a model to support her son and ended up being a TV star.

Oct16

Tom Schwartz’s Birthday

This talented actor, entrepreneur, and model believes in good luck and good timing.