National days, ongoing national weeks and months, and global observances for October 16, 2027. Plus historical events and birthdays.
October 16, 2027 celebrates National Boss’s Day, plus 7 more. On October 16, National Boss's Day, also known as National Boss Day or Bosses Day, recognizes the hardworking boss overseeing the workplace. Employees across the United States show appreciation and thankfulness to their bosses. They remember their boss's kindness and fairness throughout the year, too.
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National Sweetest Day is observed on the third Saturday in October by people of all ages. For over 100 years, National Sweetest Day encourages everyone to be generous even in the smallest ways.
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Noah Webster (1758-1843) - The creator of An American Dictionary of the English Language.
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The third Saturday in October is National Whole Hog Barbecue Day and we invite you to indulge in one of the South's most revered traditions. Every year, pitmasters and barbecue lovers from all over the Southeast celebrate National Whole Hog Barbecue Day coinciding with North Carolina’s historic State Fair in October.
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Guitarist and founding member of the Grateful Dead.
Events that occurred on October 16 throughout history
Queen Marie Antoinette is executed as a result of being found guilty of high treason, depleting the national treasury, and conspiring with foreign powers.
Longer-running observances that include this date.
National Domestic Violence Awareness Month
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National Book Month
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Emotional Wellness Month
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National Pizza Month
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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Global Diversity Awareness Month
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Italian-american Heritage Month
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Lgbtq History Month
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National Fire Prevention Month
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National Learning And Development Month
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National Women's Small Business Month
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National Arts & Humanities Month
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