Holidays Calendar for August 1, 2019 AnydayGuide Calendar Festivals Advice All Advice Home & Garden Recipes Interior Design Health Beaty & Style Dating & Relationships Education & Careers Kids & Parenting Pets Tech Travel ← Holidays Today ← Holidays by Country January February March April May June July August September October November December 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa 129 213 314 418 58 611 79 817 912 1014 1119 1216 1311 1415 1521 1612 1713 1818 1919 2011 217 2215 2311 249 2511 2611 279 289 2911 3011 3121 ← 07/31/2019 Holidays Calendar for August 1, 2019 08/02/2019 → Public Holidays → China Army Day in China The People's Liberation Army of the People's Republic of China was founded on August 1, 1927. This day is an important holiday for the Chinese, that is known in the country as Army Day. Public Holidays → Poland Warsaw Uprising Memorial Day in Poland Warsaw Uprising Memorial Day is a new national holiday, that is observed in Poland since 2010. This day commemorates the heroes of the Warsaw Uprising, that began on August 1, 1944. Public Holidays → Switzerland National Day in Switzerland National Day in Switzerland is celebrated annually on August 1. This is the only one federal holiday, and it was created to commemorated the anniversary of foundation of Switzerland. Public Holidays → Jamaica, Barbados, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago Emancipation Day Many countries, that are former colonies, celebrate Emancipation Day on August 1. This public holiday celebrates the day, when slavery was abolished in 1833. Public Holidays → Benin Independence Day in Benin Independence Day is a major public holiday in Benin. It is celebrated on August 1 each year to commemorate the day when Benin gained independence from France in 1960. Public Holidays → Democratic Republic of the Congo Parents' Day in DR Congo Parents' Day, that annually falls on August 1, is one of the public holidays in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Unlike other counties, DR Congo doesn't celebrate Father's Day and Mother's Day as separate holidays, but has one holiday, that is dedicated to both parents. Public Holidays → Bermuda Emancipation Day in Bermuda Many former colonies have a public holiday named Emancipation Day, which commemorates the abolition of slavery. In Bermuda, it is celebrated on the Thursday before the first Monday of August. It is better known as the first day of Cup Match, a two-day cricket tournament. ! Religious Holidays → Nicaragua Saint Dominic Day in Managua The first ten days of August in Managua are filled with colorful processions and other events dedicated to Saint Dominic (Santo Domingo), the city’s patron saint. August 1 and 10 (the 1st and the 10th day of the festivities) were even declared official holidays and non-working days in the capital of Nicaragua. International Observances World Lung Cancer Day World Lung Cancer Day, also referred to as World Lung Cancer Awareness Day, is observed annually on August 1. It was created to shine a light on one of the deadliest cancers and highlight the importance of lung cancer prevention and screening. International Observances International Childfree Day International Childfree Day is observed annually on August 1. It was created in 1973 to support people who voluntarily choose not to have children and often face ridicule, criticism and rejection because of their choice. International Observances International Mahjong Day International Mahjong Day is celebrated each August 1 in honor of a board game that originated in 19th-century China and has spread across the world since then. It should not be confused with the solitaire game of the same name. International Observances World Wide Web Day Despite the Internet being a relatively new invention, it is hard to imagine our lives without it. On World Wide Web Day, observed annually on August 1, we celebrate a technology that was crucial to the development of Internet and its creator, Tim-Berners Lee. Professional Days → Russia Day of the Rear Services of the Armed Forces in Russia Day of the Rear Services of the Armed Forces is one of the professional holidays of Russian military and civilian personnel. This holiday is annually observed on August 1. Professional Days → Lebanon Armed Forces Day in Lebanon Lebanese servicemen annually observe their professional holiday, Armed Forces Day, on August 1. This date is considered to be the birthday of the Lebanese Armed Forces in 1945. Professional Days → Russia Technical Support Worker Day in Russia Technical Support Worker Day is an unofficial, but quite popular professional day observed in Russia on August 1. It celebrates people who help millions of users of technology products and services on a daily basis. Ecological Observances → Peru National Alpaca Day in Peru On August 1, Peruvians celebrate National Alpaca Day (Dia Nacional del Alpaca). This holiday was created to honor cute, fuzzy animals that are often confused with llamas and to highlight their importance for the economy of Peru. Cultural Observances → Azerbaijan Day of Azerbaijani Language and Alphabet President of Azerbaijan Heydar Aliev established a new cultural observance, known as Day of Azerbaijani Language and Alphabet in 2001. This holiday is celebrated annually on August 1. Cultural Observances → Thailand Thai Women’s Day Thai Women’s Day is observed annually on August 1. It was inaugurated in 2003 in honor of Queen Sirikit, the queen consort of King Rama IX (Bhumibol Adulyadej). Cultural Observances → Peru, Ecuador Pachamama Raymi in Peru and Ecuador Pachamama Raymi is an annual traditional festival celebrated in some parts of Ecuador and Peru. On August 1 each year, locals express their gratitude to Mother Earth. Anniversaries and Memorial Days → Russia Memorial Day for the Victims of World War I in Russia August 1 is Memorial Day for the Victims of World War I in Russia. This memorial day was established by Presidential Decree in 2012, and first celebration took place on August 1, 2013. Anniversaries and Memorial Days → United Kingdom Minden Day Minden Day is a regiment anniversary celebrated on August 1 by a number of regiments of the British Army. It commemorates the participation of their forerunners in the Battle of Minden during the Seven Years’ War. Anniversaries and Memorial Days → Cambodia, Laos Victory Day in Laos and Cambodia On August 1, Laos and Cambodia celebrate the anniversary of the end of the First Indochina War, known in these countries as Victory Day. Although the majority of hostilities took place in Vietnam, the war greatly affected Cambodia and Laos because the victory of the Viet Minh fully reasserted their independence. Anniversaries and Memorial Days → United Kingdom Yorkshire Day in England Yorkshire Day is observed in the historic English county of Yorkshire on August 1. It celebrates the culture of Yorkshire, ranging from its history to its dialect and accent, and promotes a wider recognition of the historical borders of Yorkshire. Anniversaries and Memorial Days → USA Colorado Statehood Day in the United States Colorado Statehood Day, also known as simply Colorado Day, is celebrated annually on August 1 to commemorate Colorado’s admission to the Union as the 38th state in 1876. Unofficial Holidays → USA National Raspberry Cream Pie Day August 1 is National Raspberry Cream Pie Day in the United States. This food holiday celebrates a delicious summer dessert. Unofficial Holidays → USA National Girlfriends Day August 1 is National Girlfriends Day. Since the creators of this unofficial holiday are unknown, it’s unclear whether it is intended to be a day for people to celebrate their female romantic partners or their friends who happen to be girls. So we guess that the best way to celebrate it is to honor both. Unofficial Holidays → USA National IPA Day National IPA Day, also known as National India Pale Ale Day or simply India Pale Ale Day, is observed annually on the first Thursday in August. It was created to celebrate one of the most popular styles of craft beer. ! Folk Festivals → Ireland Lughnasadh Lughnasadh was one of the most important festivals for Celts. Many other names stand for the name of this festival – Lughnasa, Lúnasa, Lùnastal and Luanistyn, but they mean the same. This summer festival is still observed in Ireland. Other Observances World Scout Scarf Day Scouts have several holidays, that help them promote scouting in different countries around the world. World Scout Scarf Day is one of these holidays, that is annually celebrated on August 1. Festivals on August 1, 2019 Pol’and’Rock Festival (Woodstock Festival Poland) in Kostrzyn nad Odra, Poland Castlefest in Lisse, Netherlands Montelago Celtic Festival in Serravalle di Chienti, Italy Anguilla Summer Festival in The Valley, Anguilla Varna International Arts and Crafts Fair in Varna, Bulgaria Minnesota Fringe Festival in Minneapolis, USA Gen Con in Indianapolis, USA BronyCon in Baltimore, USA Sochi Jazz Festival in Sochi, Russia Saskatoon Fringe Festival in Saskatoon, Canada Green Gathering in Chepstow, United Kingdom Melbourne International Film Festival in Melbourne, Australia Mile of Music in Appleton, USA Lollapalooza in Chicago, USA Cambridge Folk Festival in Cherry Hinton, United Kingdom ← More Festivals This Day in History 2018 Died: Rick Genest, also known as Zombie Boy, Canadian artist, actor, and fashion model. He received his nickname for the corpse tattoos covering the majority of his body. 2009 A shooting occurred at the Tel Aviv branch of the Israeli LGBT Association. Two people were killed, and at least fifteen were injured. 2009 Died: Corazon Aquino, Philippine politician who served as the 11th President of the Philippines. She was the first female president in Asia. 2008 Eleven mountaineers from international expeditions died while ascending K2, the world's second-highest mountain, after Mount Everest. 2004 A disastrous fire occurred at the Ycuá Bolaños V supermarket in Asunción, Paraguay. The final death toll was 394, including nine missing. 1997 Died: Sviatoslav Richter, Soviet pianist known for his virtuoso technique. He considered to be one of the greatest pianists of the 20th century. 1996 Died: Tadeusz Reichstein, Polish chemist residing in Switzerland who was awarded the 1950 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. 1988 Born: Max Carver, American actor best known for his role as Aiden on Teen Wolf. His twin brother Charlie Carver was born on July 31. 1981 The American television channel MTV was launched. The first music video shown on MTV was The Buggles' "Video Killed the Radio Star". 1977 Died: Francis Gary Powers, American pilot whose CIA U-2 spy plane was shot down during a reconnaissance mission over USSR airspace. 1976 Born: Don Hertzfeldt, American author, animator and independent filmmaker whose animated films have received over 200 awards. 1975 The Helsinki Accords (also known as Helsinki Declaration) was signed at the Conference on Security and Co-operation in Europe. 1970 Died: Otto Heinrich Warburg, German physiologist and physician who was awarded the 1931 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. 1967 Died: Richard Kuhn, Austrian-German biochemist who was awarded the 1938 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his work on carotenoids and vitamins. 1966 American student Charles Whitman killed 16 people and wounded 32 others in a spree shooting at the University of Texas at Austin. 1965 Born: Sam Mendes, English film and stage director. In 1999, he became the sixth director to earn the Academy Award for his feature film debut. 1945 Born: Douglas Osheroff, American physicist who was awarded the 1996 Nobel Prize in Physics, along with Robert C. Richardson and David Lee. 1944 During the Second World War, the Warsaw Uprising against the Nazi occupation began. It was organized by the Polish resistance Home Army. 1943 Died: Lydia Litvyak, fighter pilot of the Soviet Air Force during the Second World War. She was the first female pilot to earn fighter ace. 1936 Born: Yves Saint Laurent, Algerian-born French fashion designer who is regarded as one of the most prominent figures in fashion history. 1914 The German Empire declared war on the Russian Empire at the opening of the First World War. The Swiss Army began to mobilize. 1885 Born: George de Hevesy, German and Hungarian radiochemist who was awarded the 1943 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his work on tracers. 1834 The Slavery Abolition Act 1833 came into force, abolishing slavery in the British Empire. In practical terms, only slaves below the age of 6 were freed. 1819 Born: Herman Melville, American novelist, short story writer and poet best known for his novel Moby-Dick which was first published in 1851. 1818 Born: Maria Mitchell, American astronomer who discovered the comet C/1847 T1 which was named after her (Miss Mitchell's Comet). 1779 Born: Francis Scott Key, American lawyer and poet best known for writing the lyrics to the U.S. anthem The Star-Spangled Banner. 1774 English chemist Joseph Priestley discovered oxygen, having isolated it in its gaseous state. He called the new substance "dephlogisticated air". 1774 Born: Jean-Baptiste Lamarck, French naturalist. He is best known as the developer of the first full-fledged evolutionary scheme. 1714 Died: Anne, Queen of Great Britain. During her reign, the kingdoms of England and Scotland united as a single sovereign state (1707). 1464 Died: Cosimo de' Medici, the first of the famous Medici political dynasty, de facto rulers of Florence during much of the Italian Renaissance. 1137 Died: Louis VI of France, called the Fat, King of the Franks from 1108 until his death. He was the fifth monarch of the Capetian dynasty. About Support Feed Powered by AnydayLife Terms Privacy Cookies ↑ I Agree We use cookies on our website to improve your user experience while respecting your privacy. By continuing to use our site you are giving your consent for us to use cookies. ×