August National Days, World Events and Celebrations Around the World
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August is a month characterized by lively cultural festivities, significant commemorations, and national holidays across the globe. August is filled with a diverse range of holidays from different countries, such as India's Raksha Bandhan, Japan's Mountain Day, and the United States' National Dog Day and National Watermelon Day. These holidays offer a variety of cultural and thematic experiences to discover and enjoy.
Let's examine some significant national days in August, ranging from India and Pakistan to the Philippines and Japan, USA.
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Full List of the Daily Holidays in August Around the World
August 1
International Childfree Day
International Mahjong Day
Lammas
National Minority Donor Awareness Day
National Raspberry Cream Pie Day
Respect for Parents Day
Lughnasa Day
Yorkshire Day
World Lung Cancer Day
World Scout Scarf Day
August 2
Dinosaurs Day
National Coloring Book Day
National Ice Cream Sandwich Day
August 3
CLOVES Syndrome Awareness Day
National Watermelon Day
August 4
National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day
National Coast Guard Day
National White Wine Day
August 5
Grotto Day | Oyster Day
Monty Python Day
National Underwear Day
August 6
Fresh Breath Day
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Ceremony
National Root Beer Float Day
Wiggle Your Toes Day
August 7
National Lighthouse Day
National Raspberries ‘n Cream Day
Purple Heart Day
August 8
International Cat Day
National Dollar Day
National Frozen Custard Day
National Happiness Happens Day
National Zucchini Day
Scottish Wildcat Day
August 9
International Day of the World’s Indigenous People
National Book Lovers Day
National Day of Singapore
National Rice Pudding Day
August 10
National Shapewear Day
National S’Mores Day
World Lion Day
August 11
Mountain Day
National Raspberry Bombe Day
National Raspberry Tart Day
August 12
Glorious Twelfth
International Youth Day
Lychnapsia
National Middle Child Day
World Elephant Day
August 13
Festival of Huitzilopitchli
International Left-handers Day
National Filet Mignon Day
National Prosecco Day
Vertumnalia
August 14
Creamsicle Day| National Creamsicle Day
Green Day
La Torta dei Fieschi
Liberty Tree Day
World Lizard Day
V-J Day
August 15
Assumption of Mary
Bon Festival
Check the Chip Day
Ferragosto
National Leathercraft Day
National Lemon Meringue Pie Day
National Relaxation Day
V-J Day
August 16
Baba au Rhum Day
National Airborne Day
National Bratwurst Day
National Roller Coaster Day
National Rum Day
Palio dell’Assunta
Tōrō nagashi
August 17
Black Cat Appreciation Day
National I LOVE My Feet Day
National Nonprofit Day
National Thrift Shop Day
National Vanilla Custard Day
August 18
National Fajita Day
National Ice Cream Pie Day
National Volunteer Firefighters Recognition Day
Pinot Noir Day
Serendipity Day
August 19
International Bow Day
International Orangutan Day
National Aviation Day
National Honey Bee Day
National Hot and Spicy Food Day
National Soft Ice Cream Day
National Potato Day
Vinalia Rustica
World Humanitarian Day
World Photography Day
August 20
National Bacon Lovers Day
National Chocolate Pecan Pie Day
National Lemonade Day
National Radio Day
World Mosquito Day
August 21
National Senior Citizens Day
National Spumoni Day
National Sweet Tea Day
August 22
Be An Angel Day
National Bao Day
National Bring your Cat to the Vet Day
National Eat a Peach Day
National Pecan Torte Day
National Surgical Oncologist Day
World Jollof Day
World Plant Milk Day
August 23
Doctors’ Day
International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition
National Cuban Sandwich Day
National Sponge Cake Day
Vulcanalia
August 24
National Peach Pie Day
National Waffle Day
Pluto Demoted Day
August 25
National Banana Split Day
National Whiskey Sour Day
Opiconsivia
August 26
Ilmatar
National Cherry Popsicle Day
National Dog Day
Susan B. Anthony Day
Women’s Equality Day
August 27
Banana Lovers Day
Global Forgiveness Day
National Pots de Creme Day
Notting Hill Carnival
August 28
Dream Day Quest and Jubilee
National Bow Tie Day
National Cherry Turnover Day
Red Wine Day
August 29
Chop Suey Day
International Day against Nuclear Tests
Individual Rights Day
August 30
La Tomatina
Mai Tai Day
National Beach Day
National Toasted Marshmallow Day
National Grief Awareness Day
Santa Rosa de Lima
August 31
Eat Outside Day
International Day of the Disappeared
National Diatomaceous Earth Day
National Trail Mix Day
August Calendar: Most Popular National/International Days in Every Country
International Mahjong Day, August 1
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Celebrate a game that was made around the Yangtze River Delta in the middle of the 19th century on August 1 every year. This game didn't become popular in the US until the 1920s. We are, of course, talking about mahjong, and the day we are talking about is National Mahjong Day.
Riichi Mahjong Central made International Mahjong Day in 2018 to get more people to play Mahjong and spread the word about it. Formed in China during the Qing dynasty, Mahjong is a tile-based game. It's usually played by four people.
There are versions for different areas and even versions that you can read online. Skill, strategy, and math are all used in this game, along with some luck. The 144 tiles are all based on Chinese characters and signs. Most of the time, each player starts with thirteen tiles. Players take turns drawing and throwing away tiles until they have a "hand" made up of four melds (or sets) and an eye pair.
The game was first called máquè, which means "sparrow" in Chinese. The clacking of the tiles while they were being shuffled made the sound of sparrows chattering. Most people now call it májiàng, which means "sparrow cards."
Lammas Day (August 1)
A very old pagan holiday called Lammas, Lughnasad (Loo-nahs-ah), or Lughnasadh is still celebrated today. Now is the time of year when summer's gifts start to go away. As the leaves start to change color, fruit falls from the trees. The flowers start to die. People used to think that the gods would start to weaken over time.
Lammas, which means "Loaf Mass" in English, is an Anglo-Saxon name for this holiday. The Irish word for August is Lunasa. This means that in August, Lammas is the Feast of Bread. Nature, Mother Earth, and her crops are being praised at this time. The festival is named after the ancient Celtic grain god Lugh, who was killed and then raised from the dead to honor Earth Mother Agusta, who is the goddess of festivals and games.
National Coloring Book Day, August 2
Dover Publications (which publishes coloring books) created National Coloring Book Day in 2015. Line art in coloring books can be colored or painted.
The "democratization of art" in the US led to paint and coloring books. British artist Joshua Reynolds' lectures and Swiss educator Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi and his student Friedrich Fröbel's works inspired this. The McLoughlin Brothers invented coloring books. They made The Little Folks' Painting Book in 1880.The McLoughlin Brothers published coloring books until the 1920s, when they joined Milton Bradley.
Coloring books are used in early childhood education for many reasons. In the 1980s, graduate-level anatomy books were published. They are popular health and therapeutic tools that grew rapidly in the 2010s.
CLOVES Syndrome Awareness Day, August 3
CLOVES Syndrome Awareness Day is intended to draw attention to this extremely rare condition. CLOVES is an acronym that represents the major symptoms.
C: Congenital.
L: lipomatous, relating to or resembling a benign tumor composed of mature fat cells.
O: Overgrowth of fatty tissue
V: Vascular malformations.
E: Epidermal naevi are sharply circumscribed chronic skin lesions that are benign.
S: spinal/skeletal anomalies or scoliosis.
Colleagues identified the syndrome in 2007 after recognizing a range of symptoms in seven patients. This initial description is known as CLOVE syndrome. However, it is believed that Hermann Friedberg, a German physician, wrote the first description of CLOVES syndrome in 1867.
A green ribbon represents CLOVES syndrome, while a zebra-striped ribbon symbolizes rare disease awareness.
Raksha Bandhan Day (India)
Raksha Bandhan is one of the most loved August holidays. In India, this is a very important holiday that honors the bond between brothers and sisters. Raksha Bandhan doesn't have a set date because it's always celebrated on the day of the full moon in the Hindu month of Shravana, which is usually in August.
As a sign of love, protection, and respect, sisters tie a sacred thread called a "rakhi" around their brothers' wrists on this happy day. Finally, brothers give gifts to their sisters and promise to watch over them all their lives. During Raksha Bandhan, family is emphasized and relationships between siblings are strengthened.
National Heroes Day (Philippines)
It is National Heroes Day in the Philippines on the last Monday of August. This day of remembrance is not the same as Independence Day in June because it is not about heroes. As a tribute to the country's soldiers and other heroes, it remembers the important things they did for Philippine history and independence.
To honor those who fought for freedom and the well-being of the Filipino people, parades, flag-raising ceremonies, and wreath-laying ceremonies are held all over the country.
Obon Day (Japan)
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Obon is a traditional Buddhist holiday that is celebrated in Japan in the middle of August. Obon, which is also called the Festival of Souls, is a time to honor the spirits of departed ancestors and welcome them back home.
Families get together to honor the graves of ancestors, light lanterns, and dance in a traditional style called "Bon Odori." Obon is a time to remember the dead and celebrate the eternal bond between the living and the dead.
UK’s Yorkshire Day (August 1st)
Yorkshire Day is an event held on August 1 to honor the historic UK county of Yorkshire. Today is a celebration of Yorkshire's rich history, culture, and accomplishments, from its beautiful landscapes to its contributions to fields like sports, music, and literature.
During the celebrations, there are parades, concerts, and other events that show off Yorkshire's unique culture and traditions.
National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day, August 4
There are three types of cookies that people around the world love most. In the United States, chocolate chip cookies are the most popular. These cookies come from the US and have chocolate chips in them. Around 1938, Ruth Graves Wakefield and Sue Brides made them by adding chocolate chips to a cookie recipe. They were called "Toll House Crunch Cookies" because Wakefield owned the Toll House Inn in Whitman, Massachusetts. There was a recipe in a Boston newspaper that quickly became the cookie.
It says on every bag of Nestlé chocolate chips sold in North America that the original recipe has been changed to use butter instead of margarine.
This recipe was given to Sue Brides' daughter by her mother. She gave the first recipe in an interview in 2017.
 Chocolate Cake Day: Date, Celebration and History |
Grotto Day | Oyster Day, August 5
Grotto Day was a London tradition. In the late 18th and early 19th centuries, oysters were not a delicacy. Fishermen ate them regularly.
Oyster days and festivals were held nationwide in July and August, but the one on St. James' Day became Oyster Day and then Grotto Day. Before the calendar reform, St. James' Day was August 5 (now July 25). St. James patronizes oyster fishermen. Today, many oysters were eaten and their shells discarded.
Shells, pottery, stones, and flowers were used to build small grottos by children. The shell colors would be illuminated by a candle in the grotto. Children would say, “Remember the grotto” or “Please to the Grotto” for a coin. This may be a reference to St. James' shrine and those who couldn't afford Compostela on St. James' Day. This tradition lasted until the 1950s.
Wiggle Your Toes Day, August 6
August 6 is Wiggle Your Toes Day. It's now a sign of happiness to wiggle your toes, like when we take our shoes off at the beach and put our toes in the sand or water. But moving our toes around is also good for us.
Make sure you can move your toes around in your shoes. If you can't, they may be too tight and hurt your toes. When your shoes are too tight, your toes may move out of place, making you less flexible and more likely to hurt. This can put you at risk of getting hurt.Toes that are squished together in those shoes can also get blisters, calluses, toenail damage, and fungal infections.
National Lighthouse Day, August 7
In 1789, on this day, the US Congress passed the Lighthouse Act, which called for the "establishment and support of Lighthouse, Beacons, Buoys, and Public Piers." The first Federal lighthouse was then put into service. After two hundred years, on August 7, 1989, President Ronald Reagan signed S.J. Res 378, No. 100-622 into law, making it National Lighthouse Day. Lighthouses should get "long overdue recognition," and the grounds of lighthouses should be open to the public as much as possible.
Scottish Wildcat Day, August 8
The goal of Scottish Wildcat Day is to bring attention to this very rare species in the UK. A rough guess is that there are between 1,000 and 4,000 Scottish Wildcats in the world, and about 400 of them look and are genetically like wildcats. These cats used to live all over Britain, but now they only live in north and east Scotland. Loss of habitat, hunting, and hybridization (cross-breeding) with domestic cats are the main threats.
World’s Indigenous People Day (August 9th)
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The International Day of the World's Indigenous People is celebrated on August 9th. It honors and raises awareness of the rights, cultures, and contributions of indigenous communities around the world.
This day raises awareness about the problems indigenous people face and fights for their rights to be able to make their own decisions, protect their ancestral lands, and keep their unique cultural heritage alive.
National Rice Pudding Day, August 9
The 9th of August is National Rice Pudding Day. It is a creamy rice dish that is found all over the world. Other names for it are arroz con leche, creamed rice, riz au lait, arroz-doce, and kheer. On the other hand, it's more often sweet than savory.
One of the ingredients is rice. Short grain white rice is usually used, but any kind of rice can be used. It can be whole milk, coconut milk, or evaporated milk. A lot of foods also have sweeteners, flavors (like orange juice and nuts), and spices in them. You can boil or bake rice pudding.
National S’mores Day, August 10
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The 10th of August is National S'mores Day. The s'more is a traditional campfire food that is loved in the US and Canada. It is the perfect summer treat. It has a marshmallow that has just been roasted over a fire on top of a thin chocolate bar between two graham crackers. The word "s'more" comes from the phrase "some more."
The Campfire Company put out a book in the 1920s called A Book of 150 Recipes prepared with Campfire Marshmallows. It has one of the first recipes for marshmallows.
Mountain Day, August 11, Japan
Japan has a holiday called Mountain Day, which is also called Yama no hi. It was made in 2014, and the first celebration was in 2016. The Japanese Alpine Club and lawmaker Seishiro Eto were among those who supported it. The law says that the holiday is meant to give people "opportunities to get to know mountains and appreciate blessings from mountains."
The date August 11 was chosen because the kanji (Chinese characters used in written Japanese) for "eight" (剫) looks like a mountain and the kanji for "eleven" (11㼫) looks like two trees. In addition, the date had been set aside by several municipalities to honor mountains.
There aren't any traditional Mountain Day events or ceremonies, but the first National Ceremony for Mountain Day took place at Kamikochi in Matsumoto, Nagano, in the Japanese Alps.
World Elephant Day, August 12
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World Elephant Day, founded in 2011, promotes elephant conservation. It was created by Canadian filmmakers Patricia Sims and Michael Clark of Canazwest Pictures and Thai Elephant Reintroduction Foundation Secretary-General Sivaporn Dardarananda.
The main goal is to raise awareness of African and Asian elephants and share knowledge and solutions for better captive and wild elephant care.
African elephants are Vulnerable and Asian elephants Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Elephants are threatened by poaching, habitat loss, human-elephant conflict, and captivity.
International Youth Day (August 12th)
International Youth Day is August 12th, and its main goal is to honor the strength and potential of young people to make the world a better place.
Today is a day to recognize the unique problems that young people face, to support their rights and well-being, and to encourage them to get involved in the political, economic, and social worlds.
International Left-Handers Day (August 13th)
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| 13th August is an international day for left-handed people, those who, unlike most of the population, are born left-handed |
International Left-Handers Day honors the uniqueness of people who are left-handed and brings attention to the problems they may face in a world where most people are right-handed. Today is a celebration of left-handed people's contributions in many areas and a call for equal opportunities for them. Just for a moment, enjoy the different kinds of people who are left-handed in your life.
 August 2024 US Calendar: Special Days, Full List of National Holidays and International Events |
Pakistan Independence Day (August 14th)
Pakistan Independence Day is August 14. It marks the day that the country got rid of British rule in 1947. Today is a big day in Pakistan's history because it marks the start of a free country for Muslims in the subcontinent. People in Pakistan celebrate the day with parades, cultural events, flag-raising ceremonies, and fireworks shows. These events build patriotism and national unity among the people of Pakistan.
Learn more: What Is The Pakistan National Anthem: English Translation, Original Lyrics And History
World Lizard Day, August 14
On World Lizard Day, we honor and celebrate lizards. Scaled reptiles, like lizards, are in this group. Some lizards don't have legs, but most of them walk on all fours and move quickly from side to side. Snakes and lizards both have a bone between the base of the lower jaw and the skull that can move. This bone is called a quadrate. Their skin is covered with keratin scales that overlap and cover the whole body. This skin is rough and leathery, and as the animal grows, it sheds. Lizards have many defenses against predators, such as poison, camouflage, reflex bleeding, and the ability to grow new tails.
V-J Day, September 2, August 14/15
Victory over Japan Day, or V-J Day Day celebrates the day that Imperial Japan gave up and ended World War II by giving up all of its weapons. The first news of Japan's surrender came out on August 14, 1945 (and August 15, 1945 because of time zone differences), and the official end of World War II was on September 2, 1945, when the surrender document was signed.
After a year, on August 14, 1946, President Harry S. Truman signed an order making that day Victory Day. V-J Day was first celebrated across the United States on September 2, 1948. It went on until 1975, when Arkansas was the last state (after Rhode Island) to stop celebrating it.
On September 2, people in the US remember V-J Day. In Australia, the Netherlands, New Zealand, North Korea, South Korea, and the UK, it is August 15.
India Independence Day (August 15th)
India Independence Day is August 15, and it marks the anniversary of the country's freedom from British colonial rule in 1947. This is a very important event that marks the start of India's independence and sovereignty. Indians celebrate the day by flying the flag, giving patriotic speeches, putting on cultural shows, and doing many other fun things. They remember how hard they fought for freedom and are proud of their country's independence.
Baba au Rhum Day, August 16
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August 16 is Baba au Rhum Day. Some people call baba au rhum a "rum baba." It is a sweet yeast cake that is soaked in rum syrup. It's usually a single person serving in the shape of a cylinder.
Stanislaus I, the exiled king of Poland, is the subject of two creation stories. People say that when he moved to Nancy, France, in 1709, the gugelhupf, a local yeast cake, was too dry for him, so he dipped it in alcohol and let it soak. Nicholas Stohrer, his pastry chef, fixed the problem by making him an alcoholic syrup to pour on top of it. It is said that Stanislaus I named it after Ali Baba from "A Thousand and One Nights," who was his favorite hero.
Indonesia Independence Day (August 17th)
Today, August 17, is Indonesia's Independence Day. It marks the anniversary of the country's independence from Dutch colonial rule in 1945. Indonesians celebrate the day with parades, cultural events, sports competitions, and ceremonies where the flag is raised. They do this to honor their country's history and celebrate its independence.
Learn more: Indonesian National Anthem: English Translation, Original Lyrics and History
Black Cat Appreciation Day, August 17
August 17 is Black Cat Appreciation Day. Today is about recognizing black cats and having fun with them. Scare stories about bad luck have given the black cat a bad name over the years. This is one reason why black cats have to wait two or three days longer than other cats to find homes.
Serendipity Day, August 18
Madeleine Kay made Serendipity Day to go along with the 2003 release of her book Living Serendipitously. Today's goal is to "celebrate your aliveness and live serendipitously; invite others to do the same; live richly; and let your enthusiasm out and make this day extraordinary!"
The word "serendipity" refers to the happy, helpful, or lucky discovery that comes from events happening by chance. For example, Alexander Fleming found penicillin by accident in 1928, James Wright made silly putty in 1943, and Percy Spencer invented the microwave oven in 1945.
World Humanitarian Day (August 19th)
Today is World Humanitarian Day, a time to recognize the work of humanitarian workers who save lives and help people who are affected by crises, conflicts, and natural disasters around the world.
This day brings attention to humanitarian problems around the world and serves as a reminder of the need to protect those who work hard to help others.
National Hot and Spicy Food Day, August 19
Since no one knows where this holiday came from or what it means, this is how I see it. We had International Hot and Spicy Food Day in January, and today we're going national. In other words, we should eat hot and spicy foods that are typical of our country.
I think someone in the USA came up with the idea for today. But that doesn't mean other nations can't have fun too! Today, look for and eat hot and spicy foods from your home country.
World Photography Day, August 19
Australian photographer Korske Ara started World Photography Day, also known as World Photo Day, in 2009 with the goal of using photos to share, talk, and bring people together. In 2010, 270 photos were posted online at worldphotoday.org, which is now worldphotoday.com. People from more than 100 countries went to the site. Every year it's gotten bigger.
World Mosquito Day, August 20
World Mosquito Day commemorates Dr. Ronald Ross' 1897 malarial parasite discovery. Ross proved the mosquito caused malaria: earlier doctors had suspected it. On August 20, he found "dappled-wings" (Anopheles) parasites in mosquito guts. The next day, he confirmed mosquito parasite growth. His discovery was published in the Indian Medical Gazette six days later and in the December British Medical Journal.
The UK Department for International Development reports that Ross declared this day upon discovery. In 1902, British doctor Ross won the Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine.
Since the 1930s, the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine has held annual events, parties, and exhibitions.
National Sweet Tea Day, August 21, USA
August 21 is National Sweet Tea Day. Iced sweet tea is popular in the South. Southern summers would not be complete without Sweet Tea. Unlike iced tea, black tea is heavily sweetened while brewing or hot.
Sweet tea can be made less sweet, but it's usually sweet or super sweet with 22 brix (percent weight sucrose in water), twice Coca-Cola's. A pinch of baking soda neutralizes tea tannins, smoothing the taste. They are usually served with lemon or alone. But there are flavored ones.
Be An Angel Day, August 22
Rev. Jayne Howard Feldman founded Be an Angel Day in 1993 to promote random acts of kindness and helping the needy.
Angel has two meanings. An attendant, agent, or messenger of God is a spiritual being. The other is virtuous. A very good, helpful, or kind person. That second definition is today's focus.
Give nice things and kind words today. Have patience. Be kind with your smile. Do good. Spend time helping. Even small acts of kindness can lift spirits.
Vulcanalia, August 23
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Vulcanalia is a Roman festival honoring the fire and volcano god. It was held to appease Vulcan during the hottest summer months when crops and granaries were most at risk of burning.
Customs included bonfires. Live fish or small animals were sacrificed. Outdoors, people hung clothes and fabrics. Pliny the Younger said the Vulcanalia was when people started working by candlelight.
Vulcan's temple hosted Ludi Vulcanalici in 20 BCE. The treaty with Parthia and the return of the legionary standards lost at the Battle of Carrhae in 53 BCE were one-time events.
Domitian (emperor 81–96) added a red bull-calf and red boar to Vulcanalia sacrifices after the Great Fire of Rome in July 64 CE.
Pluto Demoted Day, August 24
August 24th is Pluto Demoted Day. The International Astronomical Union downgraded Pluto to a dwarf planet on this day in 2006.
Pluto was our Solar System's ninth planet for 76 years after Clyde Tombaugh discovered it at the Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona in 1930. Venetia Burney, 11, from Oxford, England, chose Pluto, the Roman underworld god.
The IAU defines a planet as one that "orbits around the Sun, has a nearly round shape and has cleared the neighborhood around its orbit." Pluto was downgraded to a dwarf planet because it doesn't meet the third planet qualifying criteria. It's not the main object in its Sun-orbit.
Opiconsivia, August 25 | Opalia, December 19
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Opiconsivia and Opalia were festivals in ancient Rome that honored Ops, who was also called Opis and was the goddess of plenty, farming, and wealth. The harvest was over at the time of the Opiconsivia festival. It was called Opalia, and it had to do with storing grain. It was held on December 19.
People thought that touching the ground called on Opis. Flowers, wine, and bread were all over her altars. The priestesses wore white and were in charge of the celebrations, which included a chariot race and flower-crowned draft animals.
Opalia was held on December 19th, but that's about all we know about it.
Susan B. Anthony Day, February 15, August 26, USA
Susan B. Anthony Day honors her birth and American women's suffrage. In 2011, New York Representative Carolyn Maloney introduced it to the 112th Congress. Despite the bill's failure, several states honor Susan B. Anthony and women's suffrage. American social reformer and women's rights activist Susan B. Anthony helped advance women's suffrage.
It occurs in Florida, California, Wisconsin, Massachusetts, and West Virginia. Anthony's birthday is February 15th, when most celebrate. Massachusetts celebrates August 26th and West Virginia election day.
Dream Day Quest and Jubilee, August 28
Three Emancipation Days of Respect were set up every year to honor Martin Luther King, Jr. and encourage unity, respect, and remembering.
These are the three days:
January 15 is World Humanitarian Day.
Victims of crime April 4: Holy Day
Dream Day: August 28: Quest and birthday party
Dream Day Quest and Jubilee is held on August 28, which is the anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech.
Like a gentleman, wear both black and white.
Back to School Month
Back to School season starts in many countries in August, which is also a very exciting time. Back to School month stands for a new beginning, the desire to learn, and the fun of school.
Families buy new clothes or uniforms, stock up on school supplies, and get everything they need for a successful school year at this time. A lot of immigrants use this time to help their families back home by sending money or school supplies to make sure their loved ones have what they need to do well in school.
Learn more:
• 2024/2025 UK School Holidays: Full List of Dates (Update)
• 2024/2025 US School Holidays: Full List of Dates, Federal and State Calendar
August National Days in the United States
The US is known for having a lot of different national holidays that honor a lot of different ideas, causes, and traditions. Here are some interesting national days that happen in August, ranging from fun celebrations to days to honor people.
National Sisters Day (First Sunday in August)
On National Sisters Day, we celebrate the unique bond between sisters and the love, support, and friendship they share. Today is a time to appreciate the special bond you have with your sisters and be thankful that they are in your life. Spend time with each other, talk about memories you both have, and strengthen your sisterly bond.
National Friendship Day (First Sunday in August)
National Friendship Day is a special time to thank our friends and celebrate the bonds that make our lives better. Today is a time to thank the people who make your life better and spend quality time with them.
National Book Lovers Day (August 9th)
National Book Lovers Day is a time to honor the love of reading and the way books can teach, entertain, and inspire. It makes people want to get lost in their favorite books, find new authors, and talk about their love of books with other people. Today is a great day to curl up with a good book, read something new, and let your imagination run wild.
National Tell a Joke Day (August 16th)
Everyone can understand jokes, and National Tell a Joke Day encourages us to share a good laugh with our family, friends, coworkers, and other people we work with. Whether it's a quick one-liner or a funny story, use this chance to make someone laugh and make their day better with a joke.
National Sandcastle Day (August 19th)
On National Sandcastle Day, people celebrate the art of making creative and complicated sand sculptures. A lot of different age groups get together at the beach or in organized sandcastle competitions to show off their creativity by making complicated structures out of sand. On this day, people who go to the beach are encouraged to bring out their inner architect and engineer and turn plain sand into beautiful castles, sculptures, and architectural works of art.
Senior Citizens Day (August 21st)
Today is Senior Citizens Day, a time to honor and value the contributions, wisdom, and accomplishments of older people in society. It's a chance to show senior citizens respect, support, and gratitude, and to recognize the important role they play in shaping our communities. Do nice things for the older people in your life, volunteer at senior centers, or just spend time with them.
Women’s Equality Day (August 26th)
In the US, August 26 is National Women's Equality Day, which honors the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which gave women the right to vote and was passed in 1920. Today is a reminder of how far we've come in the fight for women's rights and equality between men and women.
National Dog Day (August 26th)
On National Dog Day, we honor our beloved dogs and bring attention to how important it is to care for animals. On this day, people are encouraged to be responsible pet owners, adopt dogs from shelters, and appreciate the love and loyalty that dogs bring into our lives. Every dog, whether it's a family pet or a service dog, deserves a special treat on August 26th.
Learn more: August 2024 US Calendar: Special Days, Full List of National Holidays and International Events
Food Holidays in August
In the US, there are national food holidays that honor many American dishes and treats. For example, there is National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day and National Mustard Day. There are also days that honor pinot noir, the ice cream sandwich, and other foods. The history of these food holidays isn't always clear, but a lot of them are unofficial events that have become popular because foodies and passionate communities share their love for a certain food.
National Oyster Day (August 5th)
National Oyster Day is a food holiday honoring these mollusks. People have long thought of oysters as a treat, and they are enjoyed in many different types of cuisine around the world. On this day, people who love oysters enjoy the flavors of raw and cooked oysters that have just been shucked. They enjoy the unique brininess and delicate texture of oysters.
National Watermelon Day (August 3rd)
August 3 is Watermelon Day, a celebration of the juicy, cool fruit that represents summer. On National Watermelon Day, you can have a party with a watermelon theme or try out some new watermelon recipes. The perfect time to enjoy the sweetness of this classic summer fruit and share what you've got.
National Root Beer Float Day (August 6th)
Today is National Root Beer Float Day, a celebration of the classic American mix of vanilla ice cream and fizzy root beer. This is your chance to enjoy the wonderful mix of flavors and honor this famous dessert.
National Bao Day, August 22
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Wow Bao, a bao restaurant, created National Bao Day in 2017 to promote modern bao restaurants and the dish's diversity. The date is Wow Bao's first Chicago restaurant's anniversary.
Bao or Baozi is a filled mantou, a white, fluffy, slightly sweet Chinese steamed bun. Usually steamed, but sometimes pan-fried. The fillings vary from meat to vegetarian to lotus seed paste to custard.
According to Chinese legend, mantou comes from the homophonous word mántóu, meaning "barbarian's head." Zhuge Liang, the Chancellor of Shu Han, led the Shu army against Nanman forces in the southern lands of Shu (present-day Yunnan, China, and northern Myanmar) during the Three Kingdoms period (220–280 CE). Liang led his army across a dangerous river. According to the story, the river deity (or the people across the river) demanded fifty men's heads. Liang slaughtered livestock and made human head-shaped buns, which he floated across the river, rather than sacrifice his men.
National Waffle Day (August 24th)
National Waffle Day is a time to honor this popular breakfast food. National Waffle Day is a time to enjoy this famous treat, with or without syrup, at home or at a favorite breakfast spot.
National Whiskey Sour Day, August 25
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National Whiskey Sour Day is on August 25, but some people celebrate it on August 29. It's an official cocktail of the International Bartenders Association (IBA).
People mix whiskey (usually Bourbon), lemon juice, and sugar to make the whiskey sour, also written as whisky sour. It's often called a Boston Sour when a little egg white is added. It's shaken and can be served straight up or over ice. A maraschino cherry and half an orange slice are usually added to the top.
A Wisconsin newspaper from 1870 was the first place where a whiskey sour was written about.
National Pots de Creme Day, August 27
Creamy custard is celebrated on National Pots de Creme Day. French dish pot de crème (POH-də-KREM), also known as pots de crème, originated in the 17th century. The name means "pot of custard" or "pot of cream." It's served in a cup because it's looser than flan and crème caramel.
It's usually served in a pot de creme, a lidded cup.
Pot de crème contains sugar, egg yolks, cream, and milk. It can be any flavor, but vanilla or chocolate are common.
National Cherry Turnover Day, August 28, UK
Today is Cherry Turnover Day. A turnover is a shortcrust or puff pastry that has been filled. It's also called a hand pie. It might be sweet or sour. But today is the day for the cherry-filled sweet and sour turnover.
The small English village of Frithsden, which is known for its black cherries, says it created the cherry turnover. But no one knows where the idea for National Cherry Turnover Day came from.
Red Wine Day, August 28, October 15
One Red Wine Day is on August 28th. The other one on October 15th. The August party was created in 2013 by Jace Shoemaker-Galloway, a freelance writer who loves wine. Galloway thought that red wine, which is usually drunk in the winter, should be drunk in the summer. No one knows where October came from.
Grapes that are dark (black) are used to make red wine. It can be very dark violet, very bright red, or even brown. National Red Wine Day is called that on many sites, but the oldest ones and Galloway don't.
Chop Suey Day, August 29, China, USA
August 29 is Chop Suey Day. Chop Suey is a stir-fry dish that is both American and Chinese. It usually has meat and vegetables with a sauce that is thickened with starch. There isn't a set recipe for it; people usually use leftovers or whatever they have on hand. This dish is very important to American Chinese, Filipino, Canadian Chinese, German Chinese, Indian Chinese, and Polynesia Chinese cuisines.
There are several stories about how it started in the 1860s, ranging from being made while the transcontinental railroad was being built to a restaurant in San Francisco's Chinatown. Anthropologist E. N. Anderson, who studies Chinese food, found that the dish comes from Taishan, Guangdong province, China, and is called tsap seui, which means "miscellaneous leftovers."
Mai Tai Day, August 30, USA
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Mai Tai Day originated at 1934-founded Trader Vic's restaurant and Tiki bar. It was declared by Oakland, California, in 2009. Polynesian-themed Mai Tais contain rum, Curaçao liqueur, orgeat syrup, and lime juice.
Trader Vic's founder Victor J. Bergeron invented the Mai Tai in 1944 in Oakland. For visiting Tahiti friends, he made the drink. They said maita'i, Tahitian for good, after the first sip.
Donn Beach, Trader Vic's competitor, claimed to have invented it. However, a longtime colleague said Beach only claimed the Mai Tai was based on his Q.B. Cooler cocktail. Beach's recipe is trickier. Despite their different ingredients, some think the two cocktails taste similar.
Eat Outside Day, August 31
The last few days of summer are when Eat Outside Day takes place. Fall doesn't really start until a few more weeks from now, but the weather and way of life are already changing. Today is a great day to relax and eat outside in the sun and warmth. You can eat in the backyard, on the porch, or on the balcony. You can also eat at the park, lake, or beach. When you eat outside, you're "al fresco dining."
August Holidays: Something for Everyone
August is a month when people all over the world celebrate and observe many different cultures. From Raksha Bandhan in India to Mountain Day in Japan to National Dog Day in the US, August is full of holidays that celebrate different cultures, strengthen family ties, and boost national pride. These celebrations around the world show us the wide range of human experiences and remind us of the strength of traditions and the beauty of cultural differences.
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