August 19 2020 Holidays

National days: 9
Day of the year: 232
Days since: 2210

Start your day by honing your photography skills. Capture the beauty around you, whether it’s the intricate details of a potato or the playful antics of an orangutan. Embrace your creativity and experiment with different angles and lighting to truly make your photos pop.

Next, indulge in a delicious soft ice cream treat. Whether you prefer classic flavors or enjoy venturing into the realm of unique combinations, a sweet scoop of soft ice cream is sure to satisfy your taste buds on a warm day.

After satisfying your sweet tooth, take to the skies with a paper airplane competition. Embrace the spirit of flight on National Aviation Day by crafting your own paper airplanes and competing with friends and family to see whose design can soar the farthest.

As the day transitions, channel your inner finance broker and spend some time organizing your finances. Take a moment to review your budget, set financial goals, or explore investment opportunities. National Finance Brokers Day is the perfect reminder to stay on top of your financial well-being.

In the evening, unwind with a bowl of popcorn and a movie marathon featuring films with compelling humanitarian themes. World Humanitarian Day encourages us to reflect on the importance of helping others and making a positive impact in our communities.

Before calling it a night, practice your best Jar Jar Binks impression in honor of Talk Like Jar Jar Binks Day. Have fun with it and don’t be afraid to get a little silly – after all, a day filled with aviation, photography, potatoes, ice cream, orangutans, bows, moving, finance, and humanitarianism deserves a touch of whimsy.

World Photography Day

A beautiful way to tell a story, express emotions, and preserve the beauty of the world around us. Start capturing your own story today!

France
Germany
India
and 4 more

National Aviation Day

Celebrate flight pioneer Orville Wright’s birthday on National Aviation Day by learning about the history of flight, making paper airplanes, or learning to fly yourself.

United States

National Potato Day

Hashbrowns, French fries, potato chips, baked or mashed potatoes…honor one of the most versatile and tasty tubers, the potato, by incorporating it into every dish.

Ireland
United Kingdom
United States

International Orangutan Day

Learn and raise awareness about the smart, beautiful, but endangered primates known as orangutans. Visit your local zoo to see these creatures in person.

Indonesia
International
Malaysia

Talk Like Jar Jar Binks Day

Engage in playful speech, bringing joy and amusement, by echoing the unique linguistic flair of an iconic Star Wars character.

Canada
United Kingdom
United States

National Soft Ice Cream Day

Hot summer days are the best time to enjoy a cone filled with soft serve ice cream – and National Soft Ice Cream Day is perfectly timed for this celebration! History of National Soft Ice Cream Day Ice cream came into use centuries ago and was originally a luxurious dish...

Australia
Canada
United Kingdom
and 1 more

International Bow Day

Put a bow in your hair, wear a bowtie, and tie bows around anything and everything to spruce up and make your self and surroundings more festive.

International
Japan
United States

National Finance Brokers Day

Guiding individuals on the path to financial prosperity, these professionals offer expert advice, empowering clients to achieve their goals.

Australia
Canada
United States

World Humanitarian Day

Donate, raise awareness, and volunteer your time to help humanitarian efforts around the world and aid the poor and needy in every country, even your own.

Australia
Canada
International
and 2 more

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National Bible Week

National Bible Week is a vibrant tradition focusing on the Holy Bible's significant role in Christian faith and society. This special week is celebrated annually, from the Sunday before Thanksgiving to the following Sunday. It marks a period when individuals and communities come together to delve into the Bible's teachings...