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August 18 Holidays

August 18 Daily Holidays in 2024

National Couple’s Day
Relationship

National Couple’s Day

Celebrate National Couple's Day with your loved one - share your special moments and create memories that will last a lifetime!
National Ice Cream Pie Day
Food & Beverage

National Ice Cream Pie Day

Indulge in a delicious treat on National Ice Cream Pie Day - make your own or try one of our favorite recipes for the perfect summer dessert!
Never Give Up Day
Special Interest

Never Give Up Day

Never give up on your dreams! Mark Never Give Up Day by setting goals and taking action - you can do it!
National Bad Poetry Day
Arts & Entertainment

National Bad Poetry Day

Celebrate National Bad Poetry Day with your friends - share the worst rhymes and lines you can think of for a hilarious day of fun!
National Fajita Day
Food & Beverage

National Fajita Day

Spice up your life on National Fajita Day! Get ready to sizzle with delicious fajitas, marinades, and sauces - the perfect way to celebrate!
World Breast Cancer Research Day
Cause

World Breast Cancer Research Day

Help us spread awareness for World Breast Cancer Research Day - donate, volunteer and show your support for those affected by this disease.
National Angela Day
Name Days

National Angela Day

Calling all Angelas! It's your day to shine and celebrate everything that makes you unique and amazing. Happy National Angela Day!
Pinot Noir Day
Food & Beverage

Pinot Noir Day

Get ready to raise a glass and toast to Pinot Noir Day - the perfect excuse to indulge in your favorite red wine and relax!
Long Tan Day
Federal

Long Tan Day

Remember and honor the sacrifices made on Long Tan Day with ceremonies, tributes, and remembrance events. Lest we forget.
Serendipity Day
Fun

Serendipity Day

Get ready for some unexpected surprises and happy coincidences on Serendipity Day! Embrace the magic of the moment and let fate lead the way.
National Jaden Day
Name Days

National Jaden Day

Whether you're a Jaden, Jaiden, Jadyn or any other variation of the name, October 1st is your day to shine! Happy National Jaden Day!
Spirit Festival
Cultural

Spirit Festival

Embrace the joy and energy of the Spirit Festival! A vibrant party packed with cultural performances, spiritual healing, and endless fun!
Green Man Festival
Arts & Entertainment

Green Man Festival

Get ready to immerse yourself in a weekend of music, arts, and nature at the Green Man Festival - an experience you won't want to miss!
Tu B’Av
Religious

Tu B’Av

Uncover the romance of Tu B'Av, a Jewish day of love. It's time for matchmaking, weddings, and sharing bond of love that transcends tradition!

2024 Monthly Holidays that include August 18

Happiness Happens Month
Special Interest

Happiness Happens Month

Make the most of Happiness Happens Month - spread positivity, practice self-care, and share your joy with those around you!
Black Business Month
Special Interest

Black Business Month

Show your support for Black Business Month - shop small and help elevate Black-owned businesses in your community!
​Back to School Month
Cause

​Back to School Month

It's Back to School Month! Get your kids ready with the latest supplies, clothes, and fun activities to make their return to school memorable.
National Civility Month
Special Interest

National Civility Month

Join us in celebrating National Civility Month - let's come together to create a happier, more respectful world!
National Traffic Awareness Month
Special Interest

National Traffic Awareness Month

Stay safe on the roads this month! Join us in celebrating National Traffic Awareness Month and pledge to drive responsibly.
National Immunization Awareness Month
Health

National Immunization Awareness Month

Don't miss out on National Immunization Awareness Month - get your shots and protect yourself from preventable diseases!
National Breastfeeding Month
Health

National Breastfeeding Month

Show your support for National Breastfeeding Month - promote the benefits of breastfeeding and help create a healthier future!
National Hair Loss Awareness Month
Health

National Hair Loss Awareness Month

It's National Hair Loss Awareness Month - join the movement to educate, empower and encourage those living with hair loss!
Psoriasis Awareness Month
Health

Psoriasis Awareness Month

Join the movement and spread awareness for Psoriasis Awareness Month - learn more about this skin condition, support those living with it, and donate to research!
National Peach Month
Food & Beverage

National Peach Month

Savor the sweetness of summer with National Peach Month! From peach cobbler to fresh smoothies, there's no shortage of delicious ways to enjoy this juicy fruit.
National Sandwich Month
Food & Beverage

National Sandwich Month

It's time to stack it up and celebrate National Sandwich Month with delicious flavors, creative combos, and mouthwatering bites!
National Language Month
Special Interest

National Language Month

It's time to brush up on your language skills and celebrate National Language Month with cultural events, language classes, and more!
Family Fun Month
Relationship

Family Fun Month

Spend quality time with your loved ones this Family Fun Month - from game nights to outdoor adventures, make unforgettable memories together!
Child Support Awareness Month
Special Interest

Child Support Awareness Month

It's time to raise awareness and support families in need during Child Support Awareness Month. Every child deserves a happy, healthy future.
Summer Sun Safety Month
Health

Summer Sun Safety Month

Don't let the summer sun ruin your fun! Celebrate Summer Sun Safety Month and learn how to protect yourself and loved ones from harmful UV rays.
American Artist Appreciation Month
Special Interest

American Artist Appreciation Month

It's time to show some love for American artists! Celebrate their creativity and talent all month long with events, exhibits, and more.
Brecon Jazz Festival
Arts & Entertainment

Brecon Jazz Festival

Get ready to groove and sway at the Brecon Jazz Festival, where world-renowned musicians come together for a weekend of soulful sounds.
National Golf Month
Special Interest

National Golf Month

Swing into National Golf Month with amazing deals, stunning courses, and a whole lot of fun on the green!

2024 Famous Birthdays on August 18

<div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/christian-slater" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/80358f24-dbff-4a24-0066-91cedbde9300/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Christian Slater" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Movie Actor</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/christian-slater" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Christian Slater</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/josephine-langford" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/4de84836-4420-4344-d9af-00999103f900/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Josephine Langford" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Movie Actress</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/josephine-langford" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Josephine Langford</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/clairo" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/00f60fe5-41d3-475b-7dfa-26c6087aa500/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Clairo" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Pop Singer</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/clairo" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Clairo</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/edward-norton" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/3e1abf14-4e29-49ce-03e8-f680b0f1fd00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Edward Norton" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Movie Actor</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/edward-norton" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Edward Norton</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/andy-samberg" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/a3c2fea2-89a9-49b0-31ab-b06c9076f300/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Andy Samberg" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">TV Actor</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/andy-samberg" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Andy Samberg</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/g-dragon" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/cd8953bd-ba32-41ee-85d5-2ec8bd3df600/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="G Dragon" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Rapper</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/g-dragon" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">G Dragon</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/meriwether-lewis" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/6bab62a1-6760-42ca-192d-3afd265af600/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Meriwether Lewis" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Explorer</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/meriwether-lewis" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Meriwether Lewis</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/mika" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/06e29471-8fc7-4253-33cf-1eb159fe8000/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Mika" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Pop Singer</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/mika" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Mika</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/frances-bean-cobain" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/d34e7fd3-12a3-42f1-c889-24fdcf009f00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Frances Bean Cobain" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Instagram Star</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/frances-bean-cobain" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Frances Bean Cobain</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/patrick-swayze" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/263ab9c5-1732-4101-5842-033f1885ed00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Patrick Swayze" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Movie Actor</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/patrick-swayze" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Patrick Swayze</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/liam-reardon" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/c7d3fdbe-331c-496b-3f18-feba98d36a00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Liam Reardon" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Reality Star</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/liam-reardon" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Liam Reardon</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/maia-mitchell" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/b23d21e4-2100-4fa8-3eec-75493da4be00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Maia Mitchell" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">TV Actress</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/maia-mitchell" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Maia Mitchell</h3></a></div></div></div></div>

Historical Events on August 18

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>707</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Empress Genmei Takes Throne</div><div class='timeline-text'>The imperial Japanese throne is assumed by Princess Abe, known as Empress Genmei.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1492</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Spanish Grammar Book</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first grammar of the Spanish language is presented to Queen Isabella I.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1877</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Discovery of Phobos</div><div class='timeline-text'>American astronomer Asaph Hall discovers Phobos, one of Mars’ moons.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1903</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Jatho's Historic Flight</div><div class='timeline-text'>German engineer Karl Jatho allegedly flies his self-made, motored gliding airplane, months before the Wright brothers' first flight.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1920</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Women's Suffrage in U.S.</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Nineteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution is ratified, guaranteeing women's suffrage.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1958</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Lolita's Publication</div><div class='timeline-text'>Vladimir Nabokov's controversial novel Lolita is published in the United States.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1963</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>James Meredith Graduates</div><div class='timeline-text'>James Meredith becomes the first African American to graduate from the University of Mississippi.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1976</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Successful Lunar Landing by Luna 24</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Soviet Union’s robotic probe Luna 24 successfully lands on the Moon.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Pervez Musharraf's Resignation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The President of Pakistan, Pervez Musharraf, resigns under threat of impeachment.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Funeral for Okjökull Glacier</div><div class='timeline-text'>A funeral is held in Iceland for Okjökull glacier, which has completely melted after once covering a large area.</div></div></div>

FAQs

What holiday is August 18?
August 18th is an incredible day filled with diverse and meaningful celebrations, from Never Give Up Day, which inspires resilience and dedication, to National Fajita Day, where the sizzling delights of Tex-Mex cuisine take center stage. Feel the love on National Couple’s Day, indulge in a creamy treat on National Ice Cream Pie Day, or explore the complexities of a fine Pinot Noir. Whether you're attending the vibrant Green Man Festival or reflecting on important causes like World Breast Cancer Research Day, August 18 offers something spectacular for everyone to enjoy and participate in!