August Awareness Events

Celebrate Awareness Days in August that make the most of the summer season. With themes ranging from youth and wellbeing to conservation and creativity, Augustโ€™s key dates encourage engagement, learning, and support while many communities are enjoying time outdoors and winding down for summer breaks.

Yorkshire Day 2025

Yorkshire Day is a celebration dedicated to the historic county of Yorkshire in England, known for its rich cultural heritage, stunning

National Girlfriend Day 2025

International

National Girlfriend Day is a heartfelt celebration of the special women in our lives - the girlfriends who inspire, support, and

World Breastfeeding Week 2025

International

Every year from August 1 to 7, families, health workers, and communities around the world come together to celebrate World Breastfeeding

National Immunization Awareness Month 2025

United States , United States

National Immunization Awareness Month is sponsored by the National Public Health Information Coalition (NPHIC) and is observed in August annually across

National Road Victim Month 2025

United Kingdom , United Kingdom

National Road Victim Month is a dedicated observance aimed at remembering those who have lost their lives or have been injured

National Traffic Awareness Month 2025

United States , United States

National Traffic Awareness Month, observed every August, is a crucial initiative dedicated to promoting road safety and preventing accidents. This month-long

National Family History Month 2025

Australia

National Family History Month (NFHM) is an annual event held every August in Australia and New Zealand, dedicated to encouraging individuals

Tradies National Health Month 2025

Australia

Tradies National Health Month is an annual initiative held every August in Australia, dedicated to raising awareness about the health and

National Mustard Day 2025

United States , United States

The first Saturday in August sees us celebrate National Mustard Day. Mustard is a condiment made from the seeds of a

Coast Guard Day 2025

United States , United States

Celebrated annually on August 4th, Coast Guard Day commemorates the anniversary of the founding of the U.S. Coast Guard as the

Homelessness Week 2025

Australia

Homelessness Week is a national annual event in Australia that aims to raise awareness of the impact of homelessness and the

National Dash Cam Day 2025

United Kingdom , United Kingdom

What is National Dash Cam Day? In celebration of the positive impact Dash Cams have on road and driver safety, global

National Night Out in the USA 2025

United States , United States

National Night Out is perhaps not what it may first seem. Held on the first Tuesday in August every year since

National Oyster Day 2025

United States , United States

August 5 is the perfect holiday for all you seafood lovers out there as it is National Oyster Day. This holiday

Playday 2025

United Kingdom , United Kingdom

Playday occurs every year on the first Wednesday in August and is a campaign held to celebrate the importance of Play

Aged Care Employee Day 2025

United States , United States

Aged Care Employee Day is a national day of recognition that shines a light on the vital role aged care workers

Cycle To Work Day 2025

United Kingdom , United Kingdom

Cycle to Work Day is a nationwide celebration of commuting by bicycleโ€”promoting health, sustainability, and eco-conscious travel. Whether you're a seasoned

National Opportunity Day 2025

United Kingdom , United Kingdom

What is National Opportunity Day? Imagine a world where setbacks are simply stepping stones. A world where a change in direction

International Cat Day 2025

International

Every August 8, cat lovers around the world come together to celebrate International Cat Day - a day to honor our