Day Guide for Monday August 13th 2018

This is our day guide for Monday August 13th 2018 which shows you at a glance what's happening around the world on day 225 of 2018.

Holidays on August 13th 2018

Central African Republic: Independence Day. Celebrates the formal granting of independence from France on August 13th 1960
Grenada: Carnival Monday. 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

Not a Public Holiday

Japan: Obon. Obon is a popular three-day Buddhist festival in Japan focused on the spirits of ancestors.
Samoa: Father's Day. Father's Day in Samoa is a public holiday on the Monday after the second Sunday in August
Thailand: H.M. Queen's Birthday (observed) (in lieu). This holiday marks the birthday of the late queen mother of Thailand, Queen Sirikit.
Tunisia: Women's Day. Celebrates a series of women's rights that were established within the Code of Personal Status in 1956

Public sector only

USA (regional): Victory Day. Marks victory over Japan on August 15th 1945. State and local government offices are closed. Federal offices remain open.
Zimbabwe: Defence Forces Day. A day to honour Zimbabwe's armed forces and the role they play in defending the nation.
Zimbabwe: Heroes' Day. Honours those who gave their lives in Zimbabwe's struggle for independence

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There are no observances today.

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