This is our day guide for Saturday August 13th 2022 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 13th 2022
Central African Republic: Independence Day
Celebrates the formal granting of independence from France on August 13th 1960Regional
India (regional): Patriot's Day
Remembers those who fought against the British during the Anglo-Manipuri warNot a Public Holiday
Japan: Obon
Obon is a popular three-day Buddhist festival in Japan focused on the spirits of ancestors.Regional
Nepal (regional): Gaijatra
This is a Hindu festival that honours those who have died during the past year.
Tunisia: Women's Day
Celebrates a series of women's rights that were established within the Code of Personal Status in 1956Observances on August 13th 2022
Turkmenistan: Melon Day
Discover Turkmenistan's Melon Day, a vibrant celebration of over 400 melon varieties with fairs, music, and cultural pride every second Sunday in August.
USA: National Bowling Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Bowling Day
USA: National Garage Sale Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Garage Sale Day
International: International Left Handers Day
Studies suggest that approximately 10% of the world population is left-handed.
USA: National Filet Mignon Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Filet Mignon Day
United Kingdom: National Prosecco Day
On this day, there is no need to look at your watch, as it's always Prosecco o'clock!
Japan: Obon
Obon is a popular three-day Buddhist festival in Japan focused on the spirits of ancestors.
Brazil: Santa Dulce
Find out the dates, history and traditions of Santa Dulce in Brazil.August 12th 2022 | Go to Today | August 14th 2022
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| General Information for August 13th 2022 | |
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| There are 5 public holidays today. | |
| Day 225 of 2022 | |
| 140 days left in 2022 | |
| Week 32 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1961 - The Berlin Wall is constructed, separating East from West. | |
| 1942 - Walt Disney's fifth full-length animated film, Bambi, was released to theaters. | |
| 1868 - A massive earthquake near Arica, Peru, causes an estimated 25,000 casualties, and the subsequent tsunami causes considerable damage as far away as Hawaii and New Zealand. | |
| 554 - Emperor Justinian I rewards Liberius for his long and distinguished service in the Pragmatic Sanction, granting him extensive estates in Italy. |
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