October 13, 2025, is recognized primarily as Columbus Day, a federal holiday in the United States celebrated on the second Monday in October. It commemorates Christopher Columbus's historic voyage and is marked by ceremonies and observances nationwide. On the same day, Indigenous Peoples' Day is also observed in several states and cities, acknowledging the history and culture of Native American peoples. Additionally, October 13 is the U.S. Navy Birthday.
In Spain, October 13, 2025, is a day off in certain regions (Andalusia, Aragon, Asturias, Castile and León, and Extremadura) as a substitute holiday for the National Day of Spain, which falls on October 12, a Sunday that year.
Other holidays noted on October 13 include English Language Day and Good Samaritan Day.
