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.

National Banana Split Day 2025

United States , United States

Hurray! Hurray! Its National Banana Split Day! Yes thats right, August 25th is the day we celebrate the delight that is

UK Summer Bank Holiday

United Kingdom , United Kingdom

When is the Summer Bank Holiday in 2025? In 2025, the Summer Bank Holiday in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland will

National Dog Day 2025

United States , United States

Every year on August 26, National Dog Day celebrates the bond between humans and dogs while spotlighting the many dogs still

National Petroleum Day 2025

United States , United States

At the end of the summer on August 27th, Americans celebrate National Petroleum Day. The day is celebrated by many working

Makaton International Awareness Day 2025

International

Makaton International Awareness Day is a celebration of the Makaton Language Programme and its remarkable impact on supporting communication for individuals

National Bow Tie Day 2025

United States , United States

National Bow Tie Day is an annual celebration dedicated to the bow tie, a classic and stylish accessory that has been

International Day of the Disappeared 2025

International

International Day of the Disappeared is an observance dedicated to raising awareness about the global issue of enforced disappearances, where individuals