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National Women’s Day
Cause

National Women’s Day

Celebrate National Women's Day with the amazing women in your life! Show them how much they mean to you with kind words, thoughtful gifts, and quality time.
National Book Lovers Day
Special Interest

National Book Lovers Day

Dive into a world of adventure and knowledge on National Book Lovers Day - immerse yourself in the stories that will stay with you forever!
Hold Hands Day
Relationship

Hold Hands Day

Celebrate Hold Hands Day with your loved ones - show them you care by taking a stroll, giving hugs and holding hands!
National Rice Pudding Day
Food & Beverage

National Rice Pudding Day

Indulge your sweet tooth with creamy, delicious rice pudding - celebrate National Rice Pudding Day with the tastiest recipes and offers!
International Day of The World’s Indigenous People
Cultural

International Day of The World’s Indigenous People

Honor the world's Indigenous People on International Day of The World’s Indigenous People - recognize their unique cultures and celebrate their uniqueness!
Co Working Day
Special Interest

Co Working Day

Make the most of Co Working Day - come together with like-minded professionals and collaborate to make great things happen!
National Rebecca Day
Name Days

National Rebecca Day

Calling all Rebeccas - it's time to celebrate your unique name and all the amazing things that come with it on National Rebecca Day!
Singapore National Day
Federal

Singapore National Day

Get ready to celebrate Singapore National Day with parades, fireworks, and cultural performances - it's a day you don't want to miss! 🇸🇬
Nagasaki Memorial Day
Special Interest

Nagasaki Memorial Day

Honor the lives lost and promote peace on Nagasaki Memorial Day - a day to remember and reflect on the devastating effects of nuclear warfare.
Annual Perseid Meteor Shower Peak Night
Special Interest

Annual Perseid Meteor Shower Peak Night

Don't miss the dazzling Annual Perseid Meteor Shower Peak Night - grab a blanket, head outside, and prepare to be amazed by nature's light show!
Adivasi Divas
Federal

Adivasi Divas

Join the celebration of Adivasi Divas and honor the indigenous communities who contribute to our diverse culture and heritage.
Nag Panchami
Religious

Nag Panchami

Elevate your spirits on Nag Panchami, the day of serpents! Experience the fusion of faith, reverence, and tradition at its best.
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Monthly Holidays that include August 9

Happiness Happens Month
August

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
August

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
August

​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
August

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
August

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
August

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
August

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
August

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
August

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
August

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
August

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
August

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
August

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
August

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
August

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
August

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
August

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
August

National Golf Month

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

Famous Birthdays Today

<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/dan-levy" 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/933da5c3-ff75-4439-e8de-151724d9e600/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Dan Levy" 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/dan-levy" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Dan Levy</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/king-von" 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/63fc65f7-1b82-4aad-d8ae-3e28b0b9b700/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="King Von" 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/king-von" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">King Von</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/sam-elliott" 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/976fedf0-7a60-476e-bed6-6a17aa6ce200/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Sam Elliott" 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/sam-elliott" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Sam Elliott</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/foxy" 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/96ffa7d9-8a31-485a-f285-9b9385b0aa00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="foxy" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">TikTok Star</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/foxy" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">foxy</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/hoda-kotb" 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/9365e05c-3376-4942-f47c-6c0632a4ea00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Hoda Kotb" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">TV Show Host</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/hoda-kotb" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Hoda Kotb</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/jessica-capshaw" 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/a71ab576-b257-498c-50c4-e292c0237300/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Jessica Capshaw" 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/jessica-capshaw" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Jessica Capshaw</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/michael-kors" 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/3682a4fa-949a-4cb0-8d63-befc3470f200/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Michael Kors" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Fashion Designer</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/michael-kors" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Michael Kors</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/rhona-mitra" 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/1a355095-4693-4179-0ad1-2ddb30a84d00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Rhona Mitra" 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/rhona-mitra" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Rhona Mitra</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/melanie-griffith" 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/a810ab85-4c9e-47d2-f513-e81d16158f00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Melanie Griffith" 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/melanie-griffith" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Melanie Griffith</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/anna-kendrick" 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/db485f82-77d4-4971-cf59-34766200c100/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Anna Kendrick" 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/anna-kendrick" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Anna Kendrick</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/saxsquatch" 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/848b4235-d08e-4a48-3f1c-733c1e536500/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Saxsquatch" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">TikTok Star</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/saxsquatch" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Saxsquatch</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/chris-cuomo" 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/3033b8dc-f7c9-4a59-41bb-eb5e3ad0d700/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Chris Cuomo" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Journalist</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/chris-cuomo" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Chris Cuomo</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/whitney-houston" 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/f4eb1753-1332-4258-6eb5-ccefd7b72800/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Whitney Houston" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">R&B Singer</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/whitney-houston" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Whitney Houston</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/adelaide-kane" 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/42603ee6-62a5-4ba8-f215-91697e9f3f00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Adelaide Kane" 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/adelaide-kane" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Adelaide Kane</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/deion-sanders" 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/2d1996da-8ae2-4d6b-1534-e35e0971b700/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Deion Sanders" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Football Player</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/deion-sanders" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Deion Sanders</h3></a></div></div></div></div>

This Day in History

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1173</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Start of Pisa Tower Construction</div><div class='timeline-text'>The construction of the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa begins, which takes two centuries to complete.</div></div></div>

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1854</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Thoreau Publishes Walden</div><div class='timeline-text'>Transcendentalist philosopher Henry David Thoreau publishes his notable memoir, Walden.</div></div></div>

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1902</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Edward VII's Coronation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Edward VII and Alexandra of Denmark are crowned as the King and Queen of the UK of Great Britain and Ireland.</div></div></div>

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1907</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Boy Scout Encampment Ends</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first Boy Scout encampment wraps up at Brownsea Island in England.</div></div></div>

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1936</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Jesse Owens' Olympic Triumph</div><div class='timeline-text'>American athlete Jesse Owens secures his fourth gold medal at the Summer Olympics.</div></div></div>

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1973</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mars 7 Launched</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Mars 7 spacecraft is launched by the USSR, marking a significant contribution to space exploration.</div></div></div>

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1974</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>President Nixon Resigns</div><div class='timeline-text'>U.S. President Richard Nixon resigns, with Vice President Gerald Ford assuming office, marking a historic event in American politics.</div></div></div>

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Female NFL Referee</div><div class='timeline-text'>Shannon Eastin makes history by becoming the first woman to officiate an NFL game.</div></div></div>

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2021</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Tampere light rail begins operation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Tampere light rail in Finland officially starts operating, marking a milestone in local public transportation.</div></div></div>

FAQs

What holiday is August 9?
August 9th is a day of profound significance and celebration across the globe! Revel in the rich tapestry of culture with National Women’s Day, International Day of the World’s Indigenous People, and Singapore National Day, each fostering reflection and appreciation for diverse communities. Literary enthusiasts and sweet tooths alike can indulge in National Book Lovers Day and National Rice Pudding Day. Meanwhile, the skies dazzle during the Annual Perseid Meteor Shower Peak Night, promising a breathtaking celestial display. Whether you’re holding hands to show unity on Hold Hands Day or delving into cultural reflection on Nagasaki Memorial Day, August 9 promises a day full of deep insights and jubilant celebrations!