This is our day guide for Monday August 21st 2023 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 21st 2023
Argentina: San Martin's Day
San Martin is regarded as the most important Argentinian founding father, who liberated not only a part of Argentina but also helped liberate Chile and Peru along with O'Higgins and Bolívar.Regional
Canada (regional): Discovery Day
Yukon only. Also known as Klondike Gold Discovery Day. Replaces the Civic Holiday observed on the 1st Monday of August in other areas of Canada.
Colombia: Assumption Day (in lieu)
The Feast of the Assumption is the principal feast of the Blessed Virgin, the mother of Jesus ChristNot a Public Holiday
Czech Republic: Day of Memory
A state holiday that commemorates those who lost their lives during the occupation of Czechoslovakia by Warsaw Pact troops that began in August 1968.
Morocco: Youth Day
Youth Day is celebrated on the birthday of the reigning monarch, Mohammed VIRegional
Nepal (regional): Public Holiday
Karnali Province. To mark the establishment day of the province and Martyr’s Day.Regional
Nigeria (regional): Isese Day
A public holiday to mark the Traditional Worshippers' Day, also known as Isese Day.
Philippines: Ninoy Aquino Day
The holiday commemorates the assassination of former Senator Benigno 'Ninoy' Aquino, Jr. on August 21st 1983August 20th 2023 | Go to Today | August 22nd 2023
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| General Information for August 21st 2023 | |
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| There are 8 public holidays today. | |
| Day 233 of 2023 | |
| 132 days left in 2023 | |
| Week 34 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1991 - Latvia declares renewal of its full independence after the occupation of Soviet Union. | |
| 1970 - After 11 years of construction, the Aswan High Dam in Egypt is completed. | |
| 1911 - The Mona Lisa is stolen by a Louvre employee. | |
| 1831 - Nat Turner leads black slaves and free blacks in a rebellion. |
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