NATIONAL BACON LOVERS DAY
August 20 is National Bacon Lovers Day on the National Day Calendar. Today we pay tribute to the crispy, chewy, and mouthwatering food we call bacon! If you're a fan of smoky, savory, and a bit salty flavor, this food holiday is for you! #NationalBaconLoversDay
NATIONAL ACCESSIBLE AIR TRAVEL DAY
On August 20, National Accessible Air Travel Day focuses on the need for accessible air travel for people with disabilities. #NationalAccessibleAirTravelDay
NATIONAL RADIO DAY
On August 20, National Radio Day recognizes the great invention of the radio. Celebrate the news, information, music, and stories carried across the airwaves. #NationalRadioDay
NATIONAL CHOCOLATE PECAN PIE DAY
On August 20, National Chocolate Pecan Pie Day lets you have your chocolate and pie, too! In case you forgot, National Pecan Pie Day is observed each year on July 12 if chocolate isn't your flavor, but we don't know anyone like that. #ChocolatePecanPieDay
Coming on August 21, 2025
National Days
NATIONAL SENIOR CITIZENS DAY
NATIONAL HAZY IPA DAY
NATIONAL BRAZILIAN BLOWOUT DAY
NATIONAL SPUMONI DAY
Notable Birthdays for August 20
Benjamin Harrison (1833-1901) - The 23rd President of the U.S.
Kingsley Davis (1908-1997) - Sociologist and demographer who coined the term "population explosion."
Jim Reeves (1923-1964) - Country music musician fondly remembered as "Gentleman Jim."
Don King (1931-Still Living) - Boxing promoter easily identified by his "wild" hair.
James Pankow (1947-Still Living) - Musician and founding member of the rock band Chicago.
Doug Fieger (1952-2010) - Musician who co-wrote the 1979 hit song My Sharona.
Al Roker (1954-Still Living) - News anchor, television personality, and author.
Amy Adams (1974-Still Living) - Award winning actress with lead roles in Enchanted: Julie & Julia, American Hustle and Big Eyes.
Memorable Events for August 20
1619 - The first known African captives (slaves) land at Point Comfort, VA, to be sold into servitude.
1866 - President Johnson formally declares the American Civil War over.
1920 - The first commercial radio station (8MK) begins operations in Detroit.
1938 - Lou Gehrig hits his 23rd career grand slam.
