Day Guide for Wednesday August 13th 2025 What are the holidays on August 13th 2025?

This is our day guide for Wednesday August 13th 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 13th 2025

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Australia (regional): Ekka People's Day

The Royal National Agricultural (RNA) Show Day (Brisbane only) is usually held on the second Wednesday in August except when there are five Wednesdays in August when it is held on the third Wednesday.

Central African Republic: Independence Day

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

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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.

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Pakistan (regional): Independence Day

On this day in 1947, Pakistan became the world's first Islamic republic when it gained independence from British rule

Tunisia: Women's Day

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

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General Information for August 13th 2025
There are 6 public holidays today.
Day 225 of 2025
140 days left in 2025
Week 33 of the year
On this Day in History
1961 - The Berlin Wall is constructed, separating East from West.
1960 - The Central African Republic declares independence from France.
1516 - The Treaty of Noyon between France and Spain is signed. Francis I of France recognizes Charles's claim to Naples, and Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, recognizes Francis's claim to Milan.
29 BC - Octavian holds the first of three consecutive triumphs in Rome to celebrate the victory over the Dalmatian tribes.