Day Guide for Friday August 13th 2021 What are the holidays on August 13th 2021?

This is our day guide for Friday August 13th 2021 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 2021

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.

Myanmar: Public Holiday

Myanmar has announced five days of public holidays to curb the spread of COVID-19.

Tunisia: Women's Day

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

Zambia: Public Holiday

Public Holiday for counting in the general elections held on Aug. 12th 2021.

Observances on August 13th 2021

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!

USA: National Blame Someone Else Day

National Blame Someone Else Day is observed on the first Friday The 13th of The Year.

Japan: Obon

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

USA: Health Center Staff Appreciation Day

This week, we recognize health center staff and the important role health centers play in our communities.

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General Information for August 13th 2021
There are 6 public holidays today.
Day 225 of 2021
140 days left in 2021
Week 32 of the year
On this Day in History
1961 - The Berlin Wall is constructed, separating East from West.
1899 - English film director Alfred Hitchcock is born (d. 1980).
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.
1806 - Battle of Mišar during the Serbian Revolution begins. The battle will end two days later, with a decisive Serbian victory over the Ottomans.