Day Guide for Saturday August 13th 2022 What are the holidays on August 13th 2022?

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 1960

Regional

India (regional): Patriot's Day

Remembers those who fought against the British during the Anglo-Manipuri war

Not 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 1956

Observances 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.

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General Information for August 13th 2022
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
1954 - Radio Pakistan broadcasts the "Qaumi Tarana", the national anthem of Pakistan for the first time.
1942 - Walt Disney's fifth full-length animated film, Bambi, was released to theaters.
1898 - Carl Gustav Witt discovers 433 Eros, the first near-Earth asteroid to be found.
554 - Emperor Justinian I rewards Liberius for his long and distinguished service in the Pragmatic Sanction, granting him extensive estates in Italy.