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August 26 Holidays

11 holidays and national days observed around the world. Sorted by how many people have saved them.

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National Dog Day BIGGEST ON AUGUST 26
Animals Dogs United States

National Dog Day

Every breed gets its due, but the day never lets go of the shelter floor: in a country where about 42.6 percent of households keep a dog, attention goes to the ones still waiting for a home.

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National Cherry Popsicle Day
Food observance
National Cherry Popsicle Day

Cool off this summer with a delicious cherry popsicle - it's National Cherry Popsicle Day and the perfect excuse to indulge!

Food Ice Cream United States
200
03
National Toilet Paper Day
Observance
National Toilet Paper Day

Celebrate National Toilet Paper Day with a fresh roll! Stock up on your favorite brands for a soft and smooth bathroom experience.

Lifestyle Household Gadgets United States
176
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National Logan Day
Community Origin
National Logan Day

In October 2000 Canada announced its highest peak would carry Pierre Trudeau's name, then retreated within weeks and left Mount Logan alone. National Logan Day marks the word underneath it, Gaelic for a little hollow.

Names International
160
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National Kelly Day
Community Origin
National Kelly Day

Kelly held a place on the American boys' list for 123 unbroken years before dropping off it in 2003, by which time the girls had the name outright. August 26 gathers both sides, and the Kellis and Kellies the rankings keep apart.

Names International
137
06
Women’s Equality Day
Observance
Women’s Equality Day

Celebrate Women's Equality Day and honor the strength and resilience of women everywhere! Let's continue to strive for greater gender equity!

Culture Women United States
128
07
National Day of Repentance
Observance
National Day of Repentance

On National Day of Repentance, reflect on your actions and make amends with those you may have wronged. A day for forgiveness and starting anew.

Religion Christian United States
48
08
National Spark the World Day
Awareness day
National Spark the World Day

Join the movement and help spread kindness and positivity on National Spark the World Day - one small act can make a big difference!

Awareness Values United States
36
09
Umhlanga reed dance Day
Observance
Umhlanga reed dance Day

Join in the vibrant Umhlanga Reed Dance Day – embrace Swazi culture, honor maidenhood, and support female empowerment!

Culture Indigenous Eswatini
25
10
National WebMistress Day
Observance
National WebMistress Day

Time to honor and recognize the hard work of all the amazing female webmasters out there! Happy National WebMistress Day ladies, you rock!

Careers Tech Pros United States
24
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Onam
Observance
Onam

Immerse yourself in vibrant traditions, mesmerizing boat races, and divine cuisine this Onam, a joyful celebration of harvest and homecoming!

Religion Hindu India
11
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