We have 17 holidays listed for August 19.
August 19 is the 231st day in the Gregorian calendar. On this day, Dayton, Ohio hosted the first All-American Soap Box Derby, the first geostationary communcation satellite was launched, and Operation Iraqui Freedom ends. Famous birthdays include Bill Clinton, Coco Chanel, and John Stamons. August 19 also marks International Homeless Animals Day, National Aviation Day, National Potato Day, and World Humanitarian Day.
Afghanistan Independence Day
Get your dancing shoes ready as we celebrate this day with merriment.
August Moon Festival
It's the August Moon Festival! Celebrate this magical night that never ends.
Crown Princess Mette-Marit's day
Learn more about the day by celebrating it with the ethos promoted by the Crown Princess.
Discovery Day
Enjoy walking tours, art exhibits, a golf tournament and more on Discovery Day.
International Bow Day
Prepare your bow as we appreciate one of the world's most popular fashion accessories.
International Orangutan Day
Let’s demonstrate our compassion for orangutans today by pledging to conserve these endangered species.
National Aviation Day
We feel the need for speed on National Aviation Day!
National Patient Advocacy Day
We notice and appreciate the medical professionals that advocate for their patients.
National Photography Day
Prepare your camera as we honor one of the most influential days in history.
National Soft Ice Cream Day
Soft ice cream pops up in the happiest of places, and has a fascinating history too!
Raksha Bandhan
Rakhi, the sacred thread, represents love, faith, and understanding between brothers and their sisters.
Revolution Commemoration Day
It is time to hoist the Vietnamese flag high as we celebrate the end of oppression.
San Martin Day
On San Martin Day, we pay tribute to a national hero!
Saviours of the Apple Feast Day
It’s impossible to get into the church. Knots of apples float overhead on this day!
World Photo Day
The definition of photography is quite literally "drawing the light."