Day Guide for Thursday August 13th 2020 What are the holidays on August 13th 2020?

This is our day guide for Thursday August 13th 2020 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 2020

Central African Republic: Independence Day

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

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.

Tunisia: Women's Day

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

Observances on August 13th 2020

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.

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General Information for August 13th 2020
There are 4 public holidays today.
Day 226 of 2020
140 days left in 2020
Week 33 of the year
On this Day in History
1960 - The Central African Republic declares independence from France.
1898 - Carl Gustav Witt discovers 433 Eros, the first near-Earth asteroid to be found.
582 - Maurice becomes Emperor of the Eastern Roman Empire.
29 BC - Octavian holds the first of three consecutive triumphs in Rome to celebrate the victory over the Dalmatian tribes.