This is our day guide for Wednesday August 2nd 2023 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 2nd 2023
Costa Rica: Virgin of Los Angeles Day
The Virgin of Los Angeles is the patron saint of Costa Rica
Iran: Public Holiday
Two days of public holidays due to the extreme heatwave in the country.
North Macedonia: Republic Day
Marks the establishment of the Republic in 1944 and the Ilinden Uprising in 1903Public sector only
Thailand: Buddhist Lent
Marks the start of the three month period when Monks have to stay in the one placeObservances on August 2nd 2023
USA: National Ice Cream Sandwich Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Ice Cream Sandwich Day
USA: National Coloring Book Day
Add some color to your life with this fun and therapeutic pastime.
USA: Harriet Quimby Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of Harriet Quimby Day.
USA: Rap Music Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of Rap Music Day.
Russia: Paratroopers' Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of Paratroopers' Day.
United Kingdom: Playday
Playday is the national day for play, traditionally held on the first Wednesday in August.August 1st 2023 | Go to Today | August 3rd 2023
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| General Information for August 2nd 2023 | |
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| There are 4 public holidays today. | |
| Day 214 of 2023 | |
| 151 days left in 2023 | |
| Week 31 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1990 - Iraq invades Kuwait, eventually leading to the Gulf War. | |
| 1989 - Pakistan is re-admitted to the Commonwealth of Nations after having restored democracy for the first time since 1972. | |
| 1918 - The first general strike in Canadian history takes place in Vancouver. | |
| 1777 - The United States celebrates its first Thanksgiving following victory over General John Burgoyne at the Battle of Saratoga in October. |
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