Important Days in August 2025: From Rakshabandhan to Ganesh Chaturthi, See What's Special This Month

As the month of July 2025 bids farewell after celebrating events like Hariyali Teej and Muharram, August steps in with a line-up of equally significant festivals and commemorative days. From national observances to important religious festivals, August promises to be filled with celebration and meaning.

The month kicks off with World Lung Cancer Day and National Mountain Climbing Day on August 1. While the former aims to raise awareness about lung cancer and its early symptoms, the latter honors the adventurous spirit of climbers like Bobby Matthews and Josh Madigan, who scaled the 46 highest peaks in New York’s Adirondack region.

Friendship Day will be celebrated on August 3, the first Sunday of the month, continuing the global tradition of cherishing bonds between friends—a practice that began in the United States in 1935 and has since spread across the world, including India.

On August 7, the country will observe National Handloom Day, a day dedicated to recognizing the heritage and contribution of India’s traditional weavers and artisans. Shortly after, on August 9, families across the country will celebrate Rakshabandhan, a beloved festival that symbolizes the deep bond between brothers and sisters.

World Lion Day on August 10 highlights the need for lion conservation, followed by International Youth Day on August 12, which focuses on empowering young people globally. Then comes Janmashtami on August 16, celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna with great devotion, especially among Hindu communities.

One of the most significant days in Indian history, Independence Day, falls on August 15. In 2025, the country will mark 79 years of freedom from British colonial rule with patriotic fervor.

Photography enthusiasts will celebrate World Photography Day on August 19, while World Mosquito Day on August 20 reminds people to stay vigilant about mosquito-borne illnesses such as dengue and malaria.

A relatively new but significant observance, ISRO Day will be celebrated on August 23, commemorating the successful landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the Moon’s south pole in 2023—a landmark achievement for India’s space program.

Animal lovers will mark International Dog Day on August 26, a day dedicated to raising awareness about dog adoption and rescue. On the same day, Hartalika Teej will be observed, where married women fast for their husbands' longevity and unmarried women pray for a good life partner.

Towards the end of the month, Ganesh Chaturthi will be celebrated on August 26 and 27, honoring the birth of Lord Ganesha. The festival continues for 10 days, ending with Anant Chaturdashi on September 6.

The month concludes with National Sports Day on August 29, observed on the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand, paying tribute to sports and athletes across the country.