NATIONAL SENIOR CITIZENS DAY
On August 21, National Senior Citizens Day recognizes the achievements of the more mature representatives of our nation. The day provides an opportunity to show our appreciation for their dedication, accomplishments, and services they give throughout their lives. #SeniorCitizensDay
NATIONAL HAZY IPA DAY
Each year during the third Thursday in August, we raise a glass to National Hazy IPA Day and enjoy the juicy and hoppy flavors found in Hazy IPAs. Once an obscure beer style, Hazy IPAs are now among the most popular craft beers in the country. #HazyIPADay
NATIONAL BRAZILIAN BLOWOUT DAY
August 21 recognizes National Brazilian Blowout Day. The day provides an opportunity to put your best self forward, starting with your beautiful locks. #BrazilianBlowoutDay
NATIONAL SPUMONI DAY
National Spumoni Day on August 21 celebrates a delicious frozen treat which hails from southern Italy. #NationalSpumoniDay
Coming on August 22, 2025
National Days
NATIONAL BE AN ANGEL DAY
NEVER BEAN BETTER DAY
NATIONAL BAO DAY
NATIONAL SURGICAL ONCOLOGIST DAY
NATIONAL TOOTH FAIRY DAY
NATIONAL PECAN TORTE DAY
Notable Birthdays for August 21
Medora de Vallombrosa (1856-1921) - Heiress who married rancher Marquise de Morès, who named Medora, ND, is named after.
Count Basie (1904-1984) - Acclaimed jazz musician who played multiple instruments, including the piano and saxophone.
Wilt Chamberlain (1936-1999) - One of the greatest NBA players of all time.
Kenny Rogers (1938-2020) - Country music musician many consider a legend.
Steve Case (1958-Still Living) - Co-founder of AOL.
Stephen Hillenburg (1961-2018) - Marine biologist and animator who created SpongeBob SquarePants.
Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss (1981-Still Living) - Twin Harvard rowers and brothers who co-founded ConnectU together.
Memorable Events for August 21
1878 - The American Bar Association is founded in NY.
1888 - William Seward Burroughs patents the first successful adding machine in the U.S.
1897 - The Olds Motor Vehicle Co. manufactures the first Oldsmobile.
1931 - Babe Ruth becomes the first MLB player to hit 600 career home runs.
1942 - Disney's releases the animation Bambi, based off of a book written by Felix Salten.
1959 - President Eisenhower signs an executive order proclaiming Hawaii as the 50th (and final) state of the union.
1968 - James Anderson Jr. becomes the first Black Marine to receive the Medal of Honor for his bravery in Vietnam.
1980 - The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is founded.
