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National Purple Heart Day
Aug 7
National Purple Heart Day is August 7. Learn the history of America's oldest military decoration, who earns it and respectful ways to honor recipients.
August 7, 2027: National Days & Holidays
August 7 is National Purple Heart Day. Here’s the story behind it and how to celebrate.
1observance on this date
219thday of 2027 (out of 365)
146days left in 2027
Weekly observances on August 7
3 week-long observances include August 7, 2027.
World Breastfeeding Week is August 1–7 each year. See how it grew from a 1990 declaration, where rates stand today and practical ways to help.
About World Breastfeeding WeekNational Farmers Market Week fills the first full week of August. Learn how USDA began it, what markets mean for farmers and how to shop smarter.
About National Farmers Market WeekNational Clown Week is August 1–7 each year. See how clown clubs won a presidential proclamation and how clowns still spend the week helping others.
About National Clown WeekAugust 7 at a glance
- What national days are on August 7, 2027?
- August 7, 2027 has 1 observance: National Purple Heart Day.
- Which weekly observances include August 7, 2027?
- August 7, 2027 falls during World Breastfeeding Week (Aug 1–7), National Farmers Market Week (Aug 1–7) and National Clown Week (Aug 1–7).
- What day of the year is August 7?
- August 7 is the 219th day of 2027, out of 365 days.
- How many days are left in the year after August 7?
- There are 146 days left in 2027 after August 7.
- What day of the week is August 7, 2027?
- August 7, 2027 falls on a Saturday.
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SunMonTueWedThuFriSat1National Girlfriends Day2National Ice Cream Sandwich Day3National Watermelon Day4National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day5National Oyster Day6National Fresh Breath Day7National Purple Heart Day8International Cat Day9National Book Lovers Day10National S’mores Day11National Son and Daughter Day12World Elephant Day13International Left-Handers Day14National Navajo Code Talkers Day15National Relaxation Day16National Tell a Joke Day17National Thrift Shop Day18Bad Poetry Day19National Aviation Day20National Radio Day21National Senior Citizens Day22National Eat a Peach Day23National Sponge Cake Day24National Waffle Day25National Kiss and Make Up Day26National Dog Day27National Just Because Day28National Red Wine Day29More Herbs, Less Salt Day30National Beach Day31National Trail Mix Day