Fun Holidays in August

Upcoming Fun Holidays

Ninja getting out a sword.

Day of the Ninja

The holiday celebrates the Japanese masked warriors who specialize in stealth and spying.

Kids putting on shoes.

Put on Your Own Shoes Day

Put on their own shoes or sandals on this unofficial holiday.

Even a child can use a microwave oven.

Microwave Oven Day

Honor the invention that has made the lives of college students, single people and over-worked parents easier.

Hand and pen writing a letter.

Letter Writing Day

Bring out your finest stationery and write heartfelt, handwritten letters to all your family and friends.

Choose month:

Date	Weekday	Holiday Name
Aug 1	Saturday	National Girlfriend Day
Aug 2	Sunday	Ice Cream Sandwich Day
Aug 2	Sunday	Sisters' Day
Aug 3	Monday	Watermelon Day
Aug 4	Tuesday	Single Working Women's Day
Aug 5	Wednesday	Work Like a Dog Day
Aug 6	Thursday	Fresh Breath Day
Aug 7	Friday	Lighthouse Day
Aug 7	Friday	International Beer Day
Aug 8	Saturday	Happiness Happens Day
Aug 9	Sunday	Book Lovers Day
Aug 10	Monday	Lazy Day
Aug 11	Tuesday	Son and Daughter Day
Aug 12	Wednesday	Middle Child Day
Aug 13	Thursday	Left-Handers Day
Aug 14	Friday	Creamsicle Day
Aug 15	Saturday	Relaxation Day
Aug 16	Sunday	Tell a Joke Day
Aug 17	Monday	Thrift Shop Day
Aug 18	Tuesday	Mail Order Catalog Day
Aug 19	Wednesday	World Photo Day
Aug 20	Thursday	Chocolate Pecan Pie Day
Aug 21	Friday	Spumoni Day
Aug 22	Saturday	Be An Angel Day
Aug 23	Sunday	Ride Like the Wind Day
Aug 24	Monday	Pluto Demoted Day
Aug 25	Tuesday	Kiss and Make up Day
Aug 26	Wednesday	Dog Appreciation Day
Aug 27	Thursday	The Duchess Who Wasn't Day
Aug 28	Friday	Bow Tie Day
Aug 29	Saturday	According to Hoyle Day
Aug 30	Sunday	Frankenstein Day
Aug 31	Monday	Eat Outside Day

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What are Fun Holidays?

Fun Holidays are light-hearted observances that celebrate everyday things—from Pizza Day to Talk Like a Pirate Day. They’re not official public holidays, but they bring some fun and trivia to the calendar.

Who creates Fun Holidays?

Some are started by organizations, brands, or individuals to promote causes or just for fun. Others catch on through social media and popular culture. We track the ones that have become widely recognized or celebrated online.

How can I find upcoming Fun Holidays?

You can explore all Fun Holidays or choose a single day in the calendar above to find your favorite Fun Holiday.

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