What are the holidays in August

What Festivals are there in August

8.1 Army Day

August 1 is the anniversary of the founding of the People's Liberation Army (PLA), designated as the first day of August every year, and was established by the People's Revolutionary Military Committee of the People's Republic of China (PRC) as a holiday to commemorate the founding of the Chinese Workers' and Peasants' Red Army (REDA).

8.6 International Film Festivals

The International Film Festivals are the world's major events for the exhibition of cinematic art and technical achievements. Among them, Cannes International Film Festival, Venice International Film Festival and Berlin International Film Festival are known as the three major international film festivals in Europe.

8.8 National Fitness Day

In order to meet the growing demand for sports among the general public, and to commemorate the success of the Beijing Olympic Games, the State Council approved, from 2009 onwards, August 8 every year for the "National Fitness Day".

8.12 International Youth Day

International Youth Day is a day of commemoration for revolutionary youth around the world who are against imperialism, militarism and world war.

8.25 Tanabata

Tanabata, also known as Beggar's Day, Festival of Seven Coincidences, or Seven Sisters' Birthday, originated in China and is a traditional festival in the Chinese region, as well as in East Asian countries, which is derived from the legend of the Cowherd and the Weaver.