May 16th Holidays: Celebrations and Observances Worldwide
May 16th is a day filled with various holidays, celebrations, observances, and historical significance around the world. From international events to national holidays and religious commemorations and saints, this date holds special meaning for many cultures and communities. Explore the list of holidays, observances and saints celebrated on May 16th.
Holidays on May 16th
- Adelaide Cup day - South Australia (2005).
- Teacher's Day in Malaysia.
Observances on May 16th
- International Day of Living Together in Peace
- International Day of Light [UNESCO]
Saints celebrated on May 16th
- Saint HonorT of Amiens
- Saint Andrew Bobola
- Saint Ubaldus
- Saint Simon Stock
- Saint John Nepomuk or John Nepomucene (1330 - 1393)
- Saint Brendan the Navigator - also in the Irish Calendar.