World Country Days
A month-by-month guide to national days, independence celebrations and cultural festivals from countries around the world.
Classroom tip: Check what national day is coming up next week, find that country on the Can Do Kids globe, and ask students to discover three interesting things about the culture. A great five-minute starter activity!
August
This monthCelebrates independence from France on August 1, 1960 — formerly known as Dahomey.
Celebrates independence from France on August 5, 1960 — formerly known as Upper Volta.
Celebrates Singapore's separation from Malaysia and independence in 1965 — spectacular parade and airshow.
Celebrates independence from British India on August 14, 1947 — one day before India.
Celebrates independence in 1947 — the Prime Minister hoists the national flag at the Red Fort in Delhi.
Declared independence from the Netherlands in 1945 — the world's 4th most populous country.
Celebrates independence from Britain on August 31, 1957 — marked with a massive parade in Kuala Lumpur.
Bring These Days to Life in Your Classroom
Can Do Kids Worldwide covers 100+ countries with Explorer Guides, music, quizzes, and virtual travel experiences. Use a national day as your hook — then take students on a virtual visit.