Day Guide for Saturday August 22nd 2020 What are the holidays on August 22nd 2020?

This is our day guide for Saturday August 22nd 2020 which shows you at a glance what's happening on this day around the world. Using the calendar on this page, you can look at a day guide for any day. Why not look up your birthday to see which holidays you share it with?

Holidays on August 22nd 2020

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India (regional): Ganesh Chaturthi

Ganesh Chaturthi is the day when all Hindus celebrate one of the most popular deities, Lord Ganesh

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India (regional): Samvatsari

The last day of Paryushana, the most important holy event of the year for Jains.

Observances on August 22nd 2020

USA: National Bao Day

Bao buns are steamed buns, rather than baked.

USA: National Pecan Torte Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Pecan Torte Day

USA: National Tooth Fairy Day

Because anyone who can make a money magically appear under your pillow deserves a special day!

Brazil: Folklore Day

A melting pot of different cultures has created a unique and rich folklore for the country.

Russia: National Flag Day

Flag Day in Russia on August 22 commemorates the raising of the present flag after a 1991 coup attempt.

USA: National Take Your Cat To The Vet Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Take Your Cat To The Vet Day.

USA: Rainbow Baby Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Rainbow Baby Day.

United Nations: International Day of Remembrance for Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief

The date was set by the UN General Assembly, and all states confirmed their condemnation of terrorist acts, violent acts, and extremism, which, unfortunately, still occur in various parts of the world.

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General Information for August 22nd 2020
There are 2 public holidays today.
Day 235 of 2020
131 days left in 2020
Week 34 of the year
On this Day in History
1922 - Michael Collins, Commander-in-chief of the Irish Free State Army, is shot dead during an Anti-Treaty ambush at Béal na Bláth, County Cork, during the Irish Civil War.
1910 - Korea is annexed by Japan with the signing of the Japan–Korea Treaty of 1910, beginning a period of Japanese rule of Korea that lasted until the end of World War II.
1848 - The United States annexes New Mexico.
1654 - Jacob Barsimson arrives in New Amsterdam. He is the first known Jewish immigrant to America.