August is the last full month of summer and a great time for outdoor fun. National Girlfriends Day and National Dog Day are among the most popular days of the year, while International Cat Day keeps cat lovers happy too. Food holidays include National Watermelon Day and National S’mores Day, and history is honoured on National Purple Heart Day and National Aviation Day. Find something to celebrate every August day below.
Every day in August 2027
August FAQs
What national days are in August 2027?
There are 31 national days and observances in August 2027. The most popular include National Girlfriends Day (Aug 1), National Watermelon Day (Aug 3), National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day (Aug 4), International Cat Day (Aug 8) and National Dog Day (Aug 26). Browse the calendar above to see every day of the month.
What holidays and special days are in August 2027?
August has no federal holidays, but it has plenty of popular days, including National Friendship Day on Sunday, August 1, 2027, International Cat Day (August 8), National Book Lovers Day (August 9), Women's Equality Day (August 26) and National Dog Day (August 26).
What awareness month is August?
August is National Immunization Awareness Month, National Breastfeeding Month, Black Business Month and National Wellness Month.
How many national days are in August?
We list 31 national days and observances in August 2027. Every one of its 31 days has at least one thing to celebrate.
What food holidays are in August?
August has 10 food and drink days. Favorites include National Ice Cream Sandwich Day (Aug 2), National Watermelon Day (Aug 3), National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day (Aug 4), National Oyster Day (Aug 5) and National Waffle Day (Aug 24).
What is August known for?
August is known for the last weeks of summer vacation, back-to-school shopping and the Perseid meteor shower, which peaks around August 11 to 13.