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August 2027: holidays, special days and observances
Every day of August 2027 with its special days: national and public holidays, world and awareness days, and fun days, each with one line about what it marks. Highlights: Women's Equality Day (August 26).
August 2027 at a glance
| Date | Special days |
|---|---|
| Sun 1 | World Breastfeeding Week (Aug 1–7) · Homemade Pie Day |
| Mon 2 | Ice Cream Sandwich Day |
| Tue 3 | Watermelon Day |
| Wed 4 | Chocolate Chip Cookie Day |
| Thu 5 | Oyster Day |
| Fri 6 | Landlocked Developing Countries Day · Root Beer Float Day |
| Sat 7 | Independence Day (Côte d'Ivoire) |
| Sun 8 | International Cat Day · International Cat Day |
| Mon 9 | International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples · Book Lovers Day |
| Tue 10 | World Lion Day · S'mores Day |
| Wed 11 | World Steelpan Day · Play in the Sand Day |
| Thu 12 | International Youth Day · World Elephant Day |
| Fri 13 | Left-Handers Day |
| Sat 14 | Financial Awareness Day |
| Sun 15 | Relaxation Day |
| Mon 16 | Tell a Joke Day |
| Tue 17 | Black Cat Appreciation Day |
| Wed 18 | Bad Poetry Day |
| Thu 19 | World Humanitarian Day · World Photography Day |
| Fri 20 | Radio Day |
| Sat 21 | Remembrance of Victims of Terrorism |
| Sun 22 | Victims of Violence Based on Religion or Belief |
| Mon 23 | Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition |
| Tue 24 | Strange Music Day |
| Wed 25 | Kiss and Make Up Day |
| Thu 26 | Women's Equality Day · Dog Day |
| Fri 27 | World Lake Day · Rock Paper Scissors Day |
| Sat 28 | Bow Tie Day |
| Sun 29 | International Day against Nuclear Tests · Lemon Juice Day |
| Mon 30 | Victims of Enforced Disappearances Day · Toasted Marshmallow Day |
| Tue 31 | International Day for People of African Descent · Safe, Secure and Trustworthy AI Day · Trail Mix Day |
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August 1, 2027 is World Breastfeeding Week (Aug 1–7). And a fun one: Homemade Pie Day.
- World Breastfeeding Week (Aug 1–7) Worldwide
A week of support and awareness for breastfeeding mothers.
- Homemade Pie Day Fun day
Roll up your sleeves: a homemade pie tastes extra special.
Around the world
- Emancipation Day — Public holiday in 5 countries: Barbados, Guyana, Saint Lucia and 2 more
- Independence Day — Benin
- National Day — Switzerland
- 7 more days around the world in the app →
August 2, 2027 is Ice Cream Sandwich Day.
- Ice Cream Sandwich Day Fun day
Ice cream between two cookies: summer's coolest snack.
Around the world
- Civic Holiday — Canada. A long midsummer weekend across much of Canada.
- August Bank Holiday (Ireland) — Ireland. A long midsummer weekend in Ireland.
- Emancipation Day — Public holiday in 6 countries: Bahamas, Belize, Dominica and 3 more
- 6 more days around the world in the app →
August 3, 2027 is Watermelon Day.
- Watermelon Day Fun day
An ice-cold slice of watermelon beats any summer heat.
Around the world
- Armed Forces Day — Equatorial Guinea
- Pidjiguiti Day — Guinea-Bissau
- Martyrdom of Imam Reza — Iran
- 3 more days around the world in the app →
August 4, 2027 is Chocolate Chip Cookie Day.
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Day Fun day
A glass of milk and a plate of chocolate chip cookies!
Around the world
- Founders Day — Ghana
August 5, 2027 is Oyster Day.
- Oyster Day Fun day
A day for seafood fans: give oysters a try.
Around the world
- Independence Day — Burkina Faso
- Victory and Homeland Thanksgiving Day and the Day of Croatian defenders — Croatia
August 6, 2027 is Landlocked Developing Countries Day. And a fun one: Root Beer Float Day.
- Landlocked Developing Countries Day Worldwide
Highlighting the trade and development challenges of landlocked countries.
- Root Beer Float Day Fun day
Fizzy root beer and ice cream: a nostalgic summer treat.
Around the world
- Independence Day — Bolivia, Jamaica
- Battle of Junín — Peru
- National Harvest Day — Rwanda
- 1 more day around the world in the app →
August 7, 2027 has no widely observed special day in our calendar. Around the world: Independence Day (Côte d'Ivoire).
Around the world
- Independence Day — Côte d'Ivoire
- Battle of Boyacá — Colombia
August 8, 2027 is International Cat Day. And a fun one: International Cat Day.
- International Cat Day Fun day
The real owner of the house has a day. Don't forget to fill the food bowl 🐱
- International Cat Day Fun day
Give our furry friends an extra treat and plenty of cuddles.
Around the world
- Father's Day — Brazil, Taiwan
- Qixi Festival — Taiwan
- Nane Nane Day — Tanzania
August 9, 2027 is International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples. And a fun one: Book Lovers Day.
- International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples Worldwide
Celebrating the culture and rights of the world's indigenous peoples.
- Book Lovers Day Fun day
Grab a coffee, find a cosy corner and dive into a good book.
Around the world
- National Day — Singapore
- Carnival Monday — Grenada
- Indigenous People's Day — Suriname
- 2 more days around the world in the app →
August 10, 2027 is World Lion Day. And a fun one: S'mores Day.
- World Lion Day Fun day
A day for the king of the jungle. Roaring is allowed!
- S'mores Day Fun day
The campfire classic: crackers, chocolate and marshmallows.
Around the world
- Night of San Lorenzo (Shooting Stars) — Italy. Look up and make a wish on a shooting star!
- Independence Day — Ecuador
- Carnival Tuesday — Grenada
- 2 more days around the world in the app →
August 11, 2027 is World Steelpan Day. And a fun one: Play in the Sand Day.
- World Steelpan Day Worldwide
A day for the steelpan, Trinidad and Tobago's joyful steel drum.
- Play in the Sand Day Fun day
Dig your toes in, build a castle and be a kid again!
Around the world
- Mountain Day — Japan
- Independence Day — Chad
August 12, 2027 is International Youth Day. And a fun one: World Elephant Day.
- International Youth Day Worldwide
Young people's energy and ideas are changing the world.
- World Elephant Day Fun day
Elephants never forget. Don't forget this day either!
Around the world
- The Queen Mother's Birthday — Thailand
August 13, 2027 is Left-Handers Day.
- Left-Handers Day Fun day
A day for left-handers living in a right-handed world!
Around the world
- Anniversary of the Building of the Berlin Wall — Germany. Remembering the 1961 wall that divided Berlin and its victims.
- Obon begins — Japan. Ancestral spirits are welcomed with lanterns and Bon dances.
- Independence Day — Central African Republic
August 14, 2027 is Financial Awareness Day.
- Financial Awareness Day Fun day
Take a look at your budget: small savings make a big difference.
Around the world
- Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) — 33 countries: Algeria, Bahrain, Bangladesh and 30 more
- Youman Nabi — Guyana
- Anniversary of the Recovery Oued Ed-Dahab — Morocco
- 3 more days around the world in the app →
August 15, 2027 is Relaxation Day.
- Relaxation Day Fun day
Put the phone down, take a deep breath and relax.
Around the world
- VJ Day — United Kingdom. Marking the final end of the Second World War in 1945.
- Assumption Day — Germany, France, Spain
- Ferragosto — Italy. Italy's summer holiday: everyone heads to the beach or a picnic.
- 8 more days around the world in the app →
August 16, 2027 is Tell a Joke Day.
- Tell a Joke Day Fun day
One joke, one laugh: you set the mood today!
Around the world
- Palio di Siena — Italy. A breathtaking horse race between Siena's districts in the main square.
- Ghost Festival — Taiwan, Vietnam
- Anniversary of the Passing to Immortality of General José de San Martín — Argentina
- 3 more days around the world in the app →
August 17, 2027 is Black Cat Appreciation Day.
- Black Cat Appreciation Day Fun day
Black cats aren't unlucky, they're adorable! Today is their day.
Around the world
- Independence Day — Gabon, Indonesia
- Flag Day — Bolivia
- Unification of Prekmurje Slovenes with the Mother Nation — Slovenia
August 18, 2027 is Bad Poetry Day.
- Bad Poetry Day Fun day
Write your worst poem and send it to someone: laughs guaranteed!
August 19, 2027 is World Humanitarian Day. And a fun one: World Photography Day.
- World Humanitarian Day Worldwide
A day to thank those who deliver aid in the hardest conditions.
- World Photography Day Fun day
Share the best photo in your gallery with your loved ones today.
Around the world
- Independence Day — Afghanistan
- Surströmming Day — Sweden. The famously smelly fermented herring season opens. Dare to try?
- Birthday of Muhammad Prophet — Iran
- 2 more days around the world in the app →
August 20, 2027 is Radio Day.
- Radio Day Fun day
Tune in to a station and sing along to a favourite song!
Around the world
- Day of Restoration of Independence — Estonia
- Saint Stephen's Day — Hungary
- Anniversary of the Revolution of the King and the People — Morocco
August 21, 2027 is Remembrance of Victims of Terrorism.
- Remembrance of Victims of Terrorism Worldwide
We remember with respect those killed by terrorism and share their families' grief.
Around the world
- Youth Day — Morocco
August 22, 2027 is Victims of Violence Based on Religion or Belief.
- Victims of Violence Based on Religion or Belief Worldwide
We remember those who suffered violence because of their faith.
August 23, 2027 is Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition.
- Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition Worldwide
We remember the slave trade and the struggle for freedom against it.
Around the world
- European Day of Remembrance for Victims of Stalinism and Nazism — Estonia
August 24, 2027 is Strange Music Day.
- Strange Music Day Fun day
Discover an unusual music genre you've never heard.
Around the world
- Independence Day — Ukraine
- Krishna Janmashtami — Bangladesh
- Flag Day — Liberia
August 25, 2027 is Kiss and Make Up Day.
- Kiss and Make Up Day Fun day
Fallen out with someone? Take the first step today.
Around the world
- La Tomatina — Spain. The world's biggest tomato fight, in Buñol!
- Independence Day — Uruguay
August 26, 2027 is Women's Equality Day in the United States. And a fun one: Dog Day.
- Women's Equality Day United States
The anniversary of women winning the vote in the U.S.
- Dog Day Fun day
A day for tail-wagging friends. Extra-long walk today!
Around the world
- Milad-Un-Nabi (Holy Prophet's Birthday) — Sri Lanka
- Heroes' Day — Namibia
August 27, 2027 is World Lake Day. And a fun one: Rock Paper Scissors Day.
- World Lake Day Worldwide
Lakes are our drinking water, our birds and our views. Let's keep them clean.
- Rock Paper Scissors Day Fun day
Who will win? Play a round of rock, paper, scissors today!
Around the world
- Independence Day — Moldova
- Nikini Full Moon Poya Day — Sri Lanka
August 28, 2027 is Bow Tie Day.
- Bow Tie Day Fun day
Look sharp today: put on a bow tie!
Around the world
- Assumption — Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Saint Mary's Day — Georgia
August 29, 2027 is International Day against Nuclear Tests. And a fun one: Lemon Juice Day.
- International Day against Nuclear Tests Worldwide
A day calling for an end to nuclear testing.
- Lemon Juice Day Fun day
Make fresh lemonade and cool off: sour but wonderful!
Around the world
- Notting Hill Carnival — United Kingdom. Europe's biggest street festival: Caribbean music and costumes.
- Slovak National Uprising Day — Slovakia
August 30, 2027 is Victims of Enforced Disappearances Day. And a fun one: Toasted Marshmallow Day.
- Victims of Enforced Disappearances Day Worldwide
We remember the disappeared and the families still waiting for them.
- Toasted Marshmallow Day Fun day
Toasting marshmallows by the fire is a true summer evening joy.
Around the world
- Summer Bank Holiday — United Kingdom. The UK's last long weekend of summer.
- Victory Day — TRNC (Northern Cyprus), Türkiye
- Santa Rosa de Lima — Peru
- 1 more day around the world in the app →
August 31, 2027 is International Day for People of African Descent. It is also Safe, Secure and Trustworthy AI Day. And a fun one: Trail Mix Day.
- International Day for People of African Descent Worldwide
Celebrating the culture and contributions of people of African descent.
- Safe, Secure and Trustworthy AI Day Worldwide
An awareness day for AI that is safe, fair and good for people.
- Trail Mix Day Fun day
An energy-packed snack for hikes and picnics.
Around the world
- Independence Day — Kyrgyzstan, Trinidad and Tobago
- National Day — Malaysia
- National Language Day — Moldova
- 1 more day around the world in the app →
Frequently asked questions
What are the holidays in August 2027?
Key dates in August 2027: Women's Equality Day (August 26). Every day of the month, with world days and fun days, is listed on this page.
When is Women's Equality Day 2027?
Women's Equality Day 2027 is on Thursday, August 26, 2027. The anniversary of women winning the vote in the U.S.
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