World Humanitarian Day
World Humanitarian Day (WHD) is held every year on August 19 to pay tribute to aid workers who risk their lives in humanitarian service, and to rally support for people affected by crises around the world.
Yukon’s Discovery Day, Canada
Discovery Day is celebrated on the third Monday in August every year in Dawson City, Yukon. This week-long festival, also known as Klondike Gold Discovery Day, celebrates the Yukon's rich history of gold mining in the Klondike gold fields.
Raksha Bandhan
Raksha Bandhan is mostly celebrated in the northern and western parts of India. This festival signifies the special bond between brothers and sisters which is symbolized in the ritual of tying a rakhi (bracelet) on the others' wrist. It is celebrated on the full moon of the Hindu month 'Shravana'.
Women’s Equality Day, US
Women’s Equality Day commemorates the adoption of the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution giving women the right to vote.
La Tomatina, Spain
La Tomatina is a food fight festival held every year on the last Wednesday of August in the town of Buñol, near Valencia in Spain. Thousands of people make their way from all over the world to throw over-ripe tomatoes in the streets.
Day of Knowledge, Russia
In Russia, September 1 is called the Day of Knowledge. It marks the start of the school year for children.
Aloha Festivals
Aloha Festivals occur annually all over the state of Hawaii. These festivals are celebrated to acknowledge and preserve the unique traditions of the Hawaiian Islands. The celebrations are enjoyed for the entire month of September.
Labor Day, US
Labor Day is a United States federal holiday celebrated every year on the first Monday of September. This day celebrates the efforts that workers make for themselves and their country.
International Day of Charity
The International Day of Charity is observed annually on September 5th to raise awareness and provide a common platform for charity related activities all over the world.
International Literacy Day
International Literacy Day is for raising awareness of global literacy issues and for supporting campaigns that help increase literacy for all people. It was originally established by UNESCO – the United Nations Educational, Scientific & Cultural Organization – in 1965.