Thursday
November 5, 2020
13 holidays and observances fall on this day.
Guy Fawkes Day
Celebrate Guy Fawkes Day with bonfires, fireworks and community gatherings while remembering the failed Gunpowder Plot of 1605 and its significance in British history.
International Project Management Day
Celebrate International Project Management Day each year on the first Thursday of November to recognize the vital role of project managers and teams who turn ideas into action.
International Stout Day
Celebrate International Stout Day by exploring rich dark beer styles, supporting craft brewers, and enjoying thoughtful pairings of flavour-packed stouts.
International Volunteer Managers Day
International Volunteer Managers Day is celebrated to honor the professionals who lead, inspire, and support volunteers around the world.
World Tsunami Awareness Day
World Tsunami Awareness Day raises awareness of tsunami hazards, promotes preparedness, early warning and resilient communities.
National Redhead Day
National Redhead Day celebrates the beauty of redheaded people and the unique qualities that they possess. It is a day to appreciate redheads and all they have to offer the world.
National Men Make Dinner Day
National Men Make Dinner Day invites men to cook a full meal—from shopping to clean-up—promoting shared kitchen duties and culinary confidence.
American Football Day
Celebrate National American Football Day by enjoying, playing or learning about the sport of American football, honouring its cultural impact.
National Chinese Take Out Day
Celebrate National Chinese Take-Out Day by ordering Chinese take-out, supporting local restaurants and exploring the rich story of Chinese-American cuisine.
Bank Transfer Day
Celebrate National Bank Transfer Day by reviewing your banking relationship and aligning your money with your values.
Commercial TV Broadcast Day
Commercial TV Broadcast Day recognises the advent of television as a commercial medium, inviting reflection on broadcasting’s evolution and impact.
National Cash Back Day
National Cash Back Day invites savvy shoppers to earn extra cash-back rewards on purchases, encouraging smart buying and early holiday savings.
Dev Deepawali
This festival, also known as the 'Diwali of the Gods,' falls in November or December, about fifteen days after the traditional Diwali.
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International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict
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National Nachos Day
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Love Your Lawyer Day
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National Saxophone Day
Celebrate National Saxophone Day on November 6 by exploring the instrument’s rich history, listening to iconic sax solos, and supporting music education and saxophone players.
National Basketball Day
Celebrate National Basketball Day on November 6 by honoring the legacy of basketball’s inventor and embracing the joy of the game through simple play, community spirit, and historical reflection.
National Jersey Friday
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