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LIVE Wednesday, August 12, 202607:00:30local 9 holidays being celebrated worldwide

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01 World Elephant Day Animals · International 02 National Gooey Butter Cake Day Food · United States 03 National Middle Child Day Relationships · United States 04 International Youth Day Awareness · International 05 National Vinyl Record Day Pop Culture · United States
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Relationships

National Son and Daughter Day

Celebrate the special bond you share with your son and daughter this National Son and Daughter Day - show them some extra love & attention!

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Names

National Mary Day

It's National Mary Day - let's give a shoutout to all the amazing women named Mary out there! You rock, ladies!

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Sports

Mountain Day

Take a break from your daily routine and enjoy the beauty of nature on Mountain Day - explore majestic peaks, take in stunning views and make memories!

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THU AUG 13 · United States

National Rap Day

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Food · FRI AUG 14
National Creamsicle Day
264 saved · United States
Fun · SAT AUG 15
National Slay Day
239 saved · United States
Health · SAT AUG 15
National Relaxation Day
229 saved · United States
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National Tamkeen Day
Jul 22 · International
Names
Added 4 months ago
International Day of Play
Jun 11 · International
Fun
Added 5 months ago
National Ginger Ale Day
Mar 13 · United States
Food
Added 5 months ago
World Cow Day
Sep 1 · International
Animals
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National Filet Mignon DayDEAL

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National Vinyl Record DayBOGO

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National Gooey Butter Cake Day10% OFF

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