This is our day guide for Monday August 1st 2022 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 1st 2022
International: First Sermon Of Lord Buddha
A public holiday on the fourth day of the sixth month in the Bhutanese calendar
International: Emancipation Day
Marks the end of Slavery across the British Empire on August 1st 1834
Anguilla: August Monday
August Monday is the focal day of the Anguillan Carnival and the island's biggest holiday
Antigua and Barbuda: Carnival Monday
A colourful spectacle on the early-morning on the Monday is the J'ouvert, a street party that mimics the celebrations that took place on August 1st 1834 when slavery was abolished.Not a Public Holiday
Australia (regional): Bank Holiday
Banks close in New South Wales on the first Monday in AugustRegional
Australia (regional): Picnic Day
Originally declared a public holiday to enable Darwin's railway workers to go to Adelaide River for a picnic.
Barbados: Kadooment Day
First Monday in August. Climax of a carnival to mark the end of the sugar cane harvest
Benin: Independence Day
Marks Benin gaining full independence from France on 1 August 1960
British Virgin Islands: Emancipation Monday
Emancipation Festival in the British Virgin Islands marks three-days of public holidaysRegional
Canada (regional): Heritage Day
An optional general holiday observed by most companies to celebrate the heritage of AlbertaRegional
Canada (regional): Civic Holiday
The first Monday in August in Ontario is a statutory holiday that is widely observed by many employersRegional
Canada (regional): Civic Day
Throughout Canada, the first Monday in August is generally a holiday though it is known by different names in different areas
DR Congo: Parents' Day
A public holiday to honour the role of Mothers and Fathers in Congolese society
Iceland: Commerce Day
This holiday was first observed Thursday September 13th 1894. The date is known as it was agreed on at a meeting of unions and managers from the larger shops in Reykjavík
Ireland: August Bank
The August Bank Holiday in Republic of Ireland is observed on the first Monday in AugustRegional
Nicaragua (regional): Descent of Saint Dominic
At the end of the 19th century, in Managua, the discovery of a small statue of Santo Domingo de Guzmán, led to the creation of two days of traditional holidays to celebrate the patron saint of Nicaragua's capital city.Regional
Nigeria (regional): Islamic New Year
Marks Islamic New Year and the Prophet's journey from Mecca to Medina in 622AD.
Switzerland: National Day
On August 1st 1291, the three forest cantons of Uri, Schwyz, and Unterwalden signed the Federal Charter on the Rütli field, near to Lake Lucerne
Trinidad and Tobago: Emancipation Day
Emancipation Day became a national holiday in Trinidad on Aug 1, 1985. People celebrate the day with parties, cultural events and performances. The festivities conclude with the Flambeau march to honor the courage of the formerly enslaved ancestors.
Tuvalu: Tuvalu National Children's Day
A public holiday on the first Monday in August to honour the youth of Tuvalu.Regional
United Kingdom (regional): Summer bank holiday
Scotland only. This holiday is observed on the first Monday in August
Zambia: Farmers' Day
A day to celebrate the contribution and work of the agricultural sector in ZambiaObservances on August 1st 2022
United Kingdom: Albariño Day
Raise a glass to this crisp Iberian white wine.
USA: National Girlfriends Day
National Girlfriends Day, a celebration of the women you love, be it your significant other or your best friend.
USA: National Minority Donor Awareness Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Minority Donor Awareness Day
USA: National Raspberry Cream Pie Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Raspberry Cream Pie Day
USA: Respect for Parents Day
We have a feeling an unappreciated parent may have come up with the idea for this holiday.
Russia: The Day of Remembrance of the Victims of World War I
Find out the dates, history and traditions of The Day of Remembrance of the Victims of World War I
United Kingdom: Yorkshire day
Yorkshire is the largest county in England by area.
USA: Sandwich Month
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Sandwich Month
International: Happiness Happens Month
Find out the dates, history and background to Happiness Happens Month
USA: American Adventures Month
Be a happy camper. Or hotel resident. It doesn't matter - just get out and explore America.
USA: Kids Eat Right Month
Highlights healthy eating and active lifestyles for every age group from infant to teens.
International: Emancipation Day
Marks the end of Slavery across the British Empire on August 1st 1834
USA: Black Business Month
Recognize and support the many local Black-owned businesses and Black-owned businesses across America
International: World RNA Day
World RNA Day is observed to publicize the importance of this molecule in the generation of proteins in the body.
USA: Child Support Awareness Month
August is Child Support Awareness Month, a national campaign aimed to spread awareness about child support services.
International: National Spritz Day
Celebrate National Spritz Day with a toast to the iconic Italian cocktail; discover its bubbly charm, vibrant history, and perfect aperitivo vibesJuly 31st 2022 | Go to Today | August 2nd 2022
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| General Information for August 1st 2022 | |
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| There are 22 public holidays today. | |
| Day 213 of 2022 | |
| 152 days left in 2022 | |
| Week 31 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1980 - Vigdís Finnbogadóttir is elected President of Iceland and becomes the world's first democratically elected female head of state. | |
| 1960 - Islamabad is declared the federal capital of the Government of Pakistan. | |
| 1914 - The German Empire declares war on the Russian Empire at the opening of World War I. The Swiss Army mobilizes because of World War I. | |
| 902 - Taormina, the last Byzantine stronghold in Sicily, is captured by the Aghlabids army, concluding the Muslim conquest of Sicily. |
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