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November 20 Holidays

National Peanut Butter Fudge Day
Food & Beverage

National Peanut Butter Fudge Day

Celebrate National Peanut Butter Fudge Day with something extra special - try out our delicious recipe for the perfect peanut butter fudge!
National Pay Back Your Parents Day
Relationship

National Pay Back Your Parents Day

Show your appreciation for Mom and Dad on National Pay Back Your Parents Day - surprise them with a heartfelt gift or an act of kindness!
Universal Children’s Day
Cause

Universal Children’s Day

Celebrate Universal Children's Day and show your support for children's rights around the world! Join us in spreading awareness and making a difference.
National Child’s Day
Relationship

National Child’s Day

Show your love for the little ones in your life on National Child's Day! Get creative and plan special activities to make it a memorable day.
Transgender Day of Remembrance
Cause

Transgender Day of Remembrance

Show your support and honor those we have lost. Join us in remembering the transgender community on Transgender Day of Remembrance.
Future Teachers of America Day
Special Interest

Future Teachers of America Day

Future Teachers of America Day is here - help inspire the next generation of teachers and show your support for education today!
International Hug a Runner Day
Cause

International Hug a Runner Day

Show your support for runners this International Hug a Runner Day - spread the love and appreciation with a hug, high five, or heartfelt words!
Africa Industrialization Day
Special Interest

Africa Industrialization Day

Join the world in recognizing Africa Industrialization Day - invest, create jobs, and help build a better future for African countries!
Name Your PC Day
Special Interest

Name Your PC Day

It's time to give your trusty computer a unique identity! Celebrate Name Your PC Day and make your device truly one-of-a-kind.
BOTOX Cosmetic Day
Special Interest

BOTOX Cosmetic Day

Unveil your youthful radiance on BOTOX® Cosmetic Day! Enhance your beauty with this age-defying solution. Safety and satisfaction guaranteed!
Mexico Revolution Day
Federal

Mexico Revolution Day

Viva la Revolución! Join in the festivities and honor Mexican culture, history, and independence on Revolution Day.
National Oscar Day
Name Days

National Oscar Day

Calling all Oscars! Celebrate your special day and share the spotlight with these fun activities, trivia, and discounts just for you.
National Absurdity Day
Fun

National Absurdity Day

On National Absurdity Day, let your silly side shine and embrace the absurd - because life is too short to take things seriously!
National Gary Day
Name Days

National Gary Day

It's time to show some love for all the Garys out there on National Gary Day - let's make it a day they'll never forget!
Education Support Professionals Day
Special Interest

Education Support Professionals Day

Saluting the unsung heroes of education on Education Support Professionals Day - recognizing their vital role in shaping bright futures.
World COPD Day
Health

World COPD Day

Breathe in a world of awareness on World COPD Day and learn about preventing, treating, and living with this lung disease. Let's breathe easier together!
GIS Day
Special Interest

GIS Day

Unfold the world around you this GIS Day! Discover the power of mapping and how it shapes our lives daily. Let's traverse digital landscapes together!
National Educational Support Professionals Day
Special Interest

National Educational Support Professionals Day

Recognize the heroes behind the scenes on National Educational Support Professionals Day - applauding commitment, dedication, and hard work in education!

2024 Monthly Holidays that include November 20

National Native American Heritage Month
Cultural

National Native American Heritage Month

Celebrate National Native American Heritage Month by learning and appreciating the rich culture, traditions, and contributions of indigenous peoples!
National Gratitude Month
Appreciation

National Gratitude Month

This November, take time to appreciate all the good things in life and join us in celebrating National Gratitude Month!
​National Family Caregivers Month
Health

​National Family Caregivers Month

Honor National Family Caregivers Month by celebrating and recognizing the hard-working family members that provide care to their loved ones.
​National Novel Writing Month
Fun

​National Novel Writing Month

Ready to take on the challenge? National Novel Writing Month is here - make this November count and get writing!
​National Diabetes Month
Health

​National Diabetes Month

November is National Diabetes Month - join us in raising awareness and supporting those living with diabetes through education and advocacy!
Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Health

Lung Cancer Awareness Month

Show your support for Lung Cancer Awareness Month - join us in the fight against lung cancer by participating in events and donating to research!
​National Healthy Skin Month
Health

​National Healthy Skin Month

Show your skin some love this month with National Healthy Skin Month - get tips on how to keep your skin looking and feeling its best!
No-Shave November
Cause

No-Shave November

Join the movement and go fuzz-free this November - No-Shave November is here to help raise awareness for cancer prevention!
​National Epilepsy Awareness Month
Health

​National Epilepsy Awareness Month

It's National Epilepsy Awareness Month - let's spread knowledge and help advocate for those living with epilepsy!
National Rice Awareness Month
Food & Beverage

National Rice Awareness Month

Time to raise awareness and spread the love for rice during National Rice Awareness Month - let's celebrate this versatile grain in all its delicious forms!
National Pomegranate Month
Food & Beverage

National Pomegranate Month

It's time to indulge in the juicy and antioxidant-rich fruit during National Pomegranate Month – embrace its vibrant color and delicious flavor!
Adopt a Turkey Month
Animal

Adopt a Turkey Month

Join the movement and make a difference this November by adopting a turkey instead of eating one.
Banana Pudding Lovers Month
Food & Beverage

Banana Pudding Lovers Month

Indulge in the creamy, dreamy goodness of banana pudding all month long for Banana Pudding Lovers Month! Don't miss out on this delicious celebration.
Manatee Awareness Month
Animal

Manatee Awareness Month

Dive into Manatee Awareness Month and learn how you can help protect these gentle sea creatures and their habitats. Let's make a splash for conservation!
Family Stories Month
Relationship

Family Stories Month

Gather around the fire and share your favorite family stories this month - a great way to bond and create lasting memories!
Worldwide Bereaved Siblings Month
Relationship

Worldwide Bereaved Siblings Month

Honor and remember your beloved siblings during Worldwide Bereaved Siblings Month, a time to cherish their memory and support others in grief.
National Adoption Month
Cause

National Adoption Month

This National Adoption Month, join us in spreading awareness and love for families formed through adoption. Let's celebrate the beautiful bonds created through adoption!
Library and Information Services Month
Special Interest

Library and Information Services Month

It's Library and Information Services Month - time to explore new worlds, expand your knowledge, and discover the endless resources available at your local library!

2024 Famous Birthdays on November 20

<div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/bo-derek" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/d47c54c1-011d-441f-8ee4-ea3a14562b00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Bo Derek" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Movie Actress</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/bo-derek" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Bo Derek</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/michael-clifford" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/d57eebe7-1d9e-42a7-b3fe-2235e782af00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Michael Clifford" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Guitarist</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/michael-clifford" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Michael Clifford</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/dierks-bentley" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/fdaa2c4f-d176-4ceb-8b94-d96a24ae2100/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Dierks Bentley" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Country Singer</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/dierks-bentley" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Dierks Bentley</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/joe-biden" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/2ae6bf30-f051-4c1c-a11b-7a7cae71bb00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Joe Biden" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">US President</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/joe-biden" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Joe Biden</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/robert-f-kennedy" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/c5ccf218-743c-493b-2e5b-866d1bb6c600/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Robert F. Kennedy" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Politician</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/robert-f-kennedy" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Robert F. Kennedy</h3></a></div></div></div></div>

Historical Events on November 20

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>284</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Diocletian Becomes Roman Emperor</div><div class='timeline-text'>Diocletian is chosen as the Roman Emperor, marking a significant turning point in the history of the Roman Empire.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1194</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Henry VI Conquers Palermo</div><div class='timeline-text'>Henry VI, Holy Roman Emperor, successfully conquers the city of Palermo, adding to the might of the Holy Roman Empire.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1441</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Peace of Cremona</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Peace of Cremona puts an end to the war between the Republic of Venice and the Duchy of Milan, marking a period of peace for the region.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1805</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Premiere of Beethoven's Fidelio</div><div class='timeline-text'>Beethoven's grand opera Fidelio premieres in Vienna, a milestone moment in music history.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1789</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>New Jersey Ratifies the Bill of Rights</div><div class='timeline-text'>New Jersey becomes the first U.S. state to ratify the Bill of Rights, giving a legal foundation to individual freedoms in America.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1985</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Launch of Microsoft Windows 1.0</div><div class='timeline-text'>Microsoft releases Windows 1.0, which revolutionizes personal computing with its graphical user interface.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1998</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Launch of International Space Station Module</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first module component, Zarya, for the International Space Station is launched, marking a significant step for global space exploration efforts.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2022</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>FIFA World Cup in Qatar</div><div class='timeline-text'>The 2022 FIFA World Cup begins in Qatar, making it the first time that the tournament was held in the Middle East region.</div></div></div>

FAQs

What holiday is November 20?
November 20th is a day brimming with diverse and meaningful celebrations, from honoring individuals to promoting important causes! Experience the heartfelt remembrance of the Transgender Day of Remembrance, and embrace the joys of childhood on Universal Children’s Day. Delight in the sweetness of National Peanut Butter Fudge Day, or express gratitude toward your mentors on Future Teachers of America Day. This day is also crucial for highlighting global issues like Africa Industrialization Day and World COPD Day, making it a day of both celebration and reflection. Whether you’re paying back your parents, hugging a runner, or engaging in something as fun as naming your PC, November 20 offers everyone a way to take part and make the day special.