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13 holidays observed around the world. Sorted by how many people have saved them.

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National Sponge Cake Day BIGGEST ON AUGUST 23
Food Desserts United States

National Sponge Cake Day

Indulge in sweet deliciousness on National Sponge Cake Day! Treat yourself to your favorite cake and don't forget to share the love.

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Slavery Remembrance Day
Awareness day
Slavery Remembrance Day

Take time to honor and remember those affected by slavery on Slavery Remembrance Day - it's a day of reflection, education, and action.

Awareness Social Justice International
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Find Your Inner Nerd Day
Community origin
Find Your Inner Nerd Day

It's Find Your Inner Nerd Day - so break out your nerdiest clothes, geekiest gadgets, and nerdiest jokes to celebrate in style!

Fun Unique United States
137
04
International Blind Dog Day
Observance
International Blind Dog Day

Honor International Blind Dog Day and celebrate the unique bond between a blind pup and their human - show them extra love today!

Animals Dogs International
125
05
Cheap Flight Day
Observance
Cheap Flight Day

Book your dream holiday now! Cheap Flight Day is the perfect time to explore new destinations without breaking the bank.

Travel Vacation Planning International
114
06
National Cuban Sandwich Day
Food observance
National Cuban Sandwich Day

Celebrate National Cuban Sandwich Day with a classic cubano sandwich – made with ham, Swiss cheese, and pickles pressed to perfection!

Food Global Cuisines United States
114
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National Ride The Wind Day
Observance
National Ride The Wind Day

Let your spirit soar on National Ride The Wind Day - take a break and feel the wind in your hair as you explore the great outdoors!

Sports Extreme Sports United States
114
08
National Levi Day
Observance
National Levi Day

Calling all Levis! It's your day to shine and show off your unique name. Celebrate National Levi Day with pride and fun festivities.

Names International
68
09
World Vadapav Day
Food observance
World Vadapav Day

Celebrate World Vadapav Day with delicious flavors and unique recipes - it's the perfect way to bring a little spice to your day!

Food Global Cuisines International
68
10
Health Unit Coordinators Day
Observance
Health Unit Coordinators Day

Show your appreciation for Health Unit Coordinators on their special day - thank them for their hard work and dedication to the healthcare field!

Careers Healthcare United States
57
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Day for Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition
Observance
Day for Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition

On this Day for Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition, let us honor the past, educate ourselves, and work towards a better future.

Culture Black History United States
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International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition
Observance
International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition

On International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition, let's honor those who fought for freedom and remember to continue fighting against injustice.

Culture Black History International
11
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Day of the National Flag (Ukraine)
Observance
Day of the National Flag (Ukraine)

On Day of the National Flag in Ukraine, let's proudly display our country's colors and honor the history and meaning behind them.

Culture Civics Ukraine
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This week & month

25 month-long observances and 6 week-long ones that include August 23.

Happiness Happens Month
All of August
Happiness Happens Month
Health
Black Business Month
All of August
Black Business Month
Business
​Back to School Month
All of August
​Back to School Month
School
National Civility Month
All of August
National Civility Month
Awareness
National Traffic Awareness Month
All of August
National Traffic Awareness Month
Awareness
National Breastfeeding Month
All of August
National Breastfeeding Month
Awareness
Family Fun Month
All of August
Family Fun Month
Relationships
National Peach Month
All of August
National Peach Month
Food
National Sandwich Month
All of August
National Sandwich Month
Food
National Hair Loss Awareness Month
All of August
National Hair Loss Awareness Month
Awareness
National Immunization Awareness Month
All of August
National Immunization Awareness Month
Awareness
Psoriasis Awareness Month
All of August
Psoriasis Awareness Month
Awareness
National Language Month
All of August
National Language Month
School
American Artist Appreciation Month
All of August
American Artist Appreciation Month
Careers
Child Support Awareness Month
All of August
Child Support Awareness Month
Awareness
Summer Sun Safety Month
All of August
Summer Sun Safety Month
Health
National Coconut Week
August 23–30
National Coconut Week
Food
National Golf Month
All of August
National Golf Month
Sports
National Wellness Month
All of August
National Wellness Month
Health
National Aviation Week
August 19–25
National Aviation Week
Culture
American Adventures Month
All of August
American Adventures Month
Travel
National Eye Exam Month
All of August
National Eye Exam Month
Health
National Science Week
August 15–23
National Science Week
School
Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month
All of August
Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month
Awareness
Gastroparesis Awareness Month
All of August
Gastroparesis Awareness Month
Awareness
Made in the Philippines Product Week
August 17–23
Made in the Philippines Product Week
Business
World Water Week
August 23–27
World Water Week
Nature
MedicAlert Awareness Month
All of August
MedicAlert Awareness Month
Awareness
Rawgust
All of August
Rawgust
Health
Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month
All of August
Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month
Awareness
Esala Perahera
August 18–28
Esala Perahera
Religion
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