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August 21 Holidays

August 21 Daily Holidays in 2024

National Senior Citizens Day
Special Interest

National Senior Citizens Day

Honor the seniors in your life on National Senior Citizens Day - show them your love and appreciation with thoughtful gestures and kind words!
Internet Self-Care Day
Health

Internet Self-Care Day

Take some time for yourself and practice self-care - today is Internet Self-Care Day! Unplug from your devices and reconnect with yourself.
National Brazilian Blowout Day
Fun

National Brazilian Blowout Day

Make National Brazilian Blowout Day a special one - pamper yourself and get that perfect smooth, shiny look you have been dreaming of!
International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism
Special Interest

International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism

On International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism, we honor those affected by acts of terror and stand in solidarity against hate and violence.
National Spumoni Day
Food & Beverage

National Spumoni Day

Indulge in a delicious Italian treat on National Spumoni Day - creamy, fruity, and oh-so-satisfying! Don't miss out on this tasty holiday.
Ninoy Aquino Day
Appreciation

Ninoy Aquino Day

Honor the legacy of a true hero on Ninoy Aquino Day - let's remember his bravery and sacrifice for our country.
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2024 Monthly Holidays that include August 21

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 21

<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/jesse-rutherford" 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/1ec85784-0502-4b66-1943-099bd90b4b00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Jesse Rutherford" 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/jesse-rutherford" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Jesse Rutherford</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/kim-cattrall" 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/8f340ad0-7e67-4104-3fec-834948d50400/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Kim Cattrall" 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/kim-cattrall" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Kim Cattrall</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/hayden-panettiere" 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/5b5868d2-16ac-41c2-d37f-8f89f9021a00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Hayden Panettiere" 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/hayden-panettiere" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Hayden Panettiere</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/cole-labrant" 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/d0458d0c-cd56-4489-0d8b-9e8baf47f800/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Cole LaBrant" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">YouTube Star</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/cole-labrant" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Cole LaBrant</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/joe-gorga" 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/6a1b84e3-15e3-4ba8-8d0c-44e25c9b1b00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Joe Gorga" 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/joe-gorga" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Joe Gorga</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/alexandra-cooper" 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/ae86d702-eb8b-4846-6ee8-2b41d3851d00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Alexandra Cooper" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Podcast Host</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/alexandra-cooper" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Alexandra Cooper</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/bo-burnham" 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/98c62601-45ff-4d23-784a-ad7d1fa8e500/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Bo Burnham" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Comedian</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/bo-burnham" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Bo Burnham</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/usain-bolt" 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/6840f592-f685-4421-8a4c-9dcf7f6ebf00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Usain Bolt" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Runner</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/usain-bolt" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Usain Bolt</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/tarek-el-moussa" 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/c78dcf8a-f16b-43a0-be2c-1f41fba30600/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Tarek El Moussa" 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/tarek-el-moussa" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Tarek El Moussa</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/kenny-rogers" 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/3398d4c5-7070-4e61-c7db-432feb3d1400/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Kenny Rogers" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Country Singer</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/kenny-rogers" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Kenny Rogers</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/brody-jenner" 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/a69124a8-1fbf-45f9-d77a-160963c23700/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Brody Jenner" 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/brody-jenner" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Brody Jenner</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/kacey-musgraves" 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/82db2338-7e9e-4076-f5ad-656feb85d800/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Kacey Musgraves" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Country Singer</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/kacey-musgraves" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Kacey Musgraves</h3></a></div></div></div></div>

Historical Events on August 21

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1331</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Stefan Dušan becomes King of Serbia</div><div class='timeline-text'>After months of anarchy, King Stefan Uroš III surrenders to his son Stefan Dušan, who succeeds as King of Serbia.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1808</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>British-Portuguese victory at Vimeiro</div><div class='timeline-text'>British and Portuguese forces led by General Arthur Wellesley defeat French forces at the Battle of Vimeiro, marking the first Anglo-Portuguese victory of the Peninsular War.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1810</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bernadotte elected Crown Prince of Sweden</div><div class='timeline-text'>Jean-Baptiste Bernadotte, Marshal of France, is elected Crown Prince of Sweden by the Swedish Riksdag of the Estates.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1858</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Lincoln-Douglas debate</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first of the Lincoln-Douglas debates is held in Ottawa, Illinois, introducing the country to two future leaders.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1878</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Founding of the American Bar Association</div><div class='timeline-text'>The American Bar Association is founded in Saratoga Springs, New York, paving the way for advancements in legal practice and justice.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1901</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>American teachers arrive in Manila</div><div class='timeline-text'>Thomasites, comprising of 600 American school teachers, arrive in Manila aboard the USAT Thomas, marking a significant moment in Philippine education.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1942</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Victory at Tenaru in World War II</div><div class='timeline-text'>American forces defeat an attack by Imperial Japanese Army soldiers in the Battle of the Tenaru during the Guadalcanal Campaign of World War II.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1957</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First intercontinental ballistic missile test</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Soviet Union successfully conducts a long-range test flight of the R-7 Semyorka, marking the advent of intercontinental ballistic missiles.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1959</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Hawaii becomes the 50th state</div><div class='timeline-text'>President Dwight D. Eisenhower signs an executive order proclaiming Hawaii as the 50th state of the union.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1983</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Benigno Aquino Jr.'s Assassination</div><div class='timeline-text'>Philippine opposition leader Benigno Aquino Jr. is assassinated, a pivotal event that accelerated the fall of the Marcos regime.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Tiger Woods' Historic Win</div><div class='timeline-text'>American golfer Tiger Woods wins the 82nd PGA Championship and becomes the first golfer since Ben Hogan in 1953 to win three majors in a calendar year.</div></div></div>

FAQs

What holiday is August 21?
Mark your calendars for August 21st, a day bustling with diverse celebrations! Treat yourself with a beauty boost on National Brazilian Blowout Day, indulge in some personal time on Internet Self-Care Day, and honor our elders on National Senior Citizens Day. Don't forget to pay tribute with the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism and Ninoy Aquino Day. Plus, sweeten the deal with a slice of delicious spumoni for National Spumoni Day. A day full of reflection, respect, self-care, and sweetness awaits!