Day Guide for Tuesday August 13th 2024 What are the holidays on August 13th 2024?

This is our day guide for Tuesday August 13th 2024 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 2024

Central African Republic: Independence Day

Celebrates the formal granting of independence from France on August 13th 1960

Grenada: Carnival Tuesday

This Carnival in August has its roots in the Catholic Carnival observed at the start of Lent

Regional

India (regional): Patriot's Day

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

Israel: Fast of Ninth of Av

Tisha B'Av commemorates the destruction of the First and Second Temples in Jerusalem.

Not a Public Holiday

Japan: Obon

Obon is a popular three-day Buddhist festival in Japan focused on the spirits of ancestors.

Tunisia: Women's Day

Celebrates a series of women's rights that were established within the Code of Personal Status in 1956

Zimbabwe: Defence Forces Day

A day to honour Zimbabwe's armed forces and the role they play in defending the nation.

Observances on August 13th 2024

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 2024
There are 7 public holidays today.
Day 226 of 2024
140 days left in 2024
Week 33 of the year
On this Day in History
1997 - The first episode of the TV Show 'South Park' is aired.
1961 - The Berlin Wall is constructed, separating East from West.
1792 - King Louis XVI of France is formally arrested by the National Tribunal, and declared an enemy of the people.
1532 - Union of Brittany and France: The Duchy of Brittany is absorbed into the Kingdom of France.