This is our day guide for Saturday October 5th 2019 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 5th 2019

World Teachers Day

World Teachers Day 👩‍🏫

World Teachers' Day has been celebrated every year on 5 October since 1994 with the aim of recognising the work and value of education professionals around the world.

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Astronomy Day

Astronomy Day 🌑

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

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National Apple Betty Day

National Apple Betty Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Apple Betty Day

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National Do Something Nice Day

National Do Something Nice Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Do Something Nice Day

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National Get Funky Day

National Get Funky Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Get Funky Day

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National Rhode Island Day

National Rhode Island Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Rhode Island Day

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National Bookshop Day

National Bookshop Day

A day to support independent bookshops on the first Saturday in October.

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Public Holidays on October 5th 2019

Birthday of Nar Bahadur Bhandari

Birthday of Nar Bahadur Bhandari

Marks the birthday of a former Chief Minister of Sikkim.

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Maha Saptami

Maha Saptami

Assam, Odisha, West Bengal. On the seventh day of Durga Puja, the goddess started her battle against Mahishasura.

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Birthday of the Governor of Sabah

Birthday of the Governor of Sabah

Sabah only. This ceremonial date is observed on the first Saturday in October

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The Sultan of Johor Hol

The Sultan of Johor Hol

6 Safar. Johor only. Marks the death of the previous state Sultan, Al-Mutawakkil Alallah

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Phulpati

Phulpati

A major celebration that takes place on the seventh day of Bada Dashain festival, also called Saptami.

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Portugal Republic Day

Portugal Republic Day

Commemorates the establishment of a republican form of government in 1910

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Vanuatu Constitution Day

Vanuatu Constitution Day

Commemorates the signing of the Constitution of Vanuatu that took place on October 5th 1979

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