Wednesday 14th August 2024 | There is a Day for that!

This is our day guide for Wednesday August 14th 2024 which shows you at a glance what's happening on this day around the world. Using the calendar on this page, you can look at a day guide for any day. Why not look up your birthday to see which holidays you share it with?

Observances on August 14th 2024

Engineers Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Engineers Day

Partition Horrors Remembrance Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Partition Horrors Remembrance Day.

Pramuka Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Pramuka Day

World Lizard Day 🦎

Today is World Lizard Day, so let's look at these fascinating reptiles and how to celebrate the day.

Obon

Folk
Japan

Obon is a popular three-day Buddhist festival in Japan focused on the spirits of ancestors.

National Creamsicle Day

Food
USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Creamsicle Day

National Navajo Code Talkers Day

History
USA

Honoring the courage of the Code Talkers and their critical role in the Allied victory of WWII.

Falklands Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Falklands Day

Victory of the Islamic Emirate

Afghanistan

The Taliban have declared a holiday to mark the anniversary of their return to power in Afghanistan.

Ekka People's Day

Australia

The Royal National Agricultural (RNA) Show Day (Brisbane only) is usually held on the second Wednesday in August except when there are five Wednesdays in August when it is held on the third Wednesday.