This is our day guide for Tuesday August 13th 2019 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 2019
International: Eid Al-Adha Holiday
Eid al-Adha, the Feast of Sacrifice is the most important feast in the Muslim calendar. It celebrates the willingness of the Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son Ishmael in submission to Allah's command, before he was stopped by Allah.
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 LentRegional
India (regional): Patriot's Day
Remembers those who fought against the British during the Anglo-Manipuri warNot 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 2019
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.August 12th 2019 | Go to Today | August 14th 2019
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| General Information for August 13th 2019 | |
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| There are 7 public holidays today. | |
| Day 225 of 2019 | |
| 140 days left in 2019 | |
| Week 33 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1961 - The Berlin Wall is constructed, separating East from West. | |
| 1937 - The Battle of Shanghai begins. | |
| 1868 - A massive earthquake near Arica, Peru, causes an estimated 25,000 casualties, and the subsequent tsunami causes considerable damage as far away as Hawaii and New Zealand. | |
| 29 BC - Octavian holds the first of three consecutive triumphs in Rome to celebrate the victory over the Dalmatian tribes. |
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