Day Guide for Saturday August 22nd 2026 What are the holidays on August 22nd 2026?

This is our day guide for Saturday August 22nd 2026 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 22nd 2026

Iran: Martyrdom of Imam Hassan Asgari

Imam Hassan Asgari was the 11th Imam of Twelver Shia Islam and was poisoned in 874 AD.

Observances on August 22nd 2026

USA: National Bao Day

Bao buns are steamed buns, rather than baked.

USA: National Pecan Torte Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Pecan Torte Day

USA: National Tooth Fairy Day

Because anyone who can make a money magically appear under your pillow deserves a special day!

Brazil: Folklore Day

A melting pot of different cultures has created a unique and rich folklore for the country.

Russia: National Flag Day

Flag Day in Russia on August 22 commemorates the raising of the present flag after a 1991 coup attempt.

USA: National Take Your Cat To The Vet Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Take Your Cat To The Vet Day.

USA: Rainbow Baby Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Rainbow Baby Day.

United Nations: International Day of Remembrance for Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief

The date was set by the UN General Assembly, and all states confirmed their condemnation of terrorist acts, violent acts, and extremism, which, unfortunately, still occur in various parts of the world.

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General Information for August 22nd 2026
There are 1 public holidays today.
Day 234 of 2026
131 days left in 2026
Week 34 of the year
On this Day in History
2004 - Versions of The Scream and Madonna, two paintings by Edvard Munch, are stolen at gunpoint from a museum in Oslo, Norway.
1941 - World War II: German troops reach Leningrad, leading to the siege of Leningrad.
1654 - Jacob Barsimson arrives in New Amsterdam. He is the first known Jewish immigrant to America.
1138 - Battle of the Standard between Scotland and England.