This is our day guide for Friday August 8th 2025 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 8th 2025
Anguilla: Constitution Day
Last day of the Carnival is celebrated as Constitution Day even though Anguilla's constitution took effect on 1 April 1982Not a Public Holiday
Bangladesh: New Bangladesh Day
Marks the anniversary of the swearing-in of the interim government on August 8th 2025.Regional
India (regional): Tendong Lho Rum Faat
Tendong Lho Rumfaat (Prayer of the Tendong Mountain) is a festival of the Lepcha people of north-east India.
Kiribati: Kiribati Youth Day
A day to encourage a healthy lifestyle amongst the younger generation in Kiribati
Sri Lanka: Nikini Full Moon Poya
Marks the retreat of the Bhikkhus following the Buddha's death, commemorated by a period of fasting and of retreat for the monastic communitiesNot a Public Holiday
Taiwan: Father's Day
Not a public holiday. Father's Day is a celebration that honours the role of fathers
Tanzania: Nane Nane (Farmer's) Day
Nane Nane ('eight eight') day marks the contribution of farmers to the national economyObservances on August 8th 2025
USA: Health Center Staff Appreciation Day
This week, we recognize health center staff and the important role health centers play in our communities.
USA: National Dollar Day
You can bet your bottom dollar that this is an important date for the US currency.
USA: National Frozen Custard Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Frozen Custard Day
USA: National Happiness Happens Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Happiness Happens Day
USA: National Sneak Some Zucchini Into Your Neighbor’s Porch Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Sneak Some Zucchini Into Your Neighbor’s Porch Day
International: International Cat Day
Woke up this morning, feline fine... A day to raise awareness for cats and learn about ways to help and protect them.
Taiwan: Father's Day
The traditional date for Father's Day in China was on a date that sounds like 'daddy'.
USA: National CBD Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National CBD Day.
USA: National Tarantula Appreciation Day
Celebrate National Tarantula Appreciation Day on August 8th by learning about these fascinating arachnids and dispelling common myths surrounding them.
USA: National Pickleball Day
Celebrate National Pickleball Day on August 8th! Discover the origins of this fun and fast-growing sport and how you can get involved.
USA: National Braiders Day
Celebrate National Braiders Day on August 8th! Discover the rich history of hair braiding, its cultural significance, and how you can honor the talented professionals who keep this ancient art form alive.August 7th 2025 | Go to Today | August 9th 2025
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| General Information for August 8th 2025 | |
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| There are 7 public holidays today. | |
| Day 220 of 2025 | |
| 145 days left in 2025 | |
| Week 32 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1929 - The German airship Graf Zeppelin begins a round-the-world flight. | |
| 1908 - Wilbur Wright makes his first flight at a racecourse at Le Mans, France. It is the Wright Brothers' first public flight. | |
| 1897- Prolific children's book author Enid Blyton is born on this date in East Dulwich, South London. | |
| 1220 - Sweden is defeated by Estonian tribes in the Battle of Lihula. |
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