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Also, It's time to plan some great August social content!
This social media holiday and content calendar is here to help you track important dates in August. Use it to help build out your social media content calendar or just for inspiration throughout the month.
Click on any of the dates below to jump to a specific day's details and corresponding social media templates to make it easier for you to share a post.
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Thursday, August 1st, 2024: Black Business Month
Black Business Month was founded in 2004 to acknowledge and highlight the needs of over two-million Black-owned businesses in the United States. Celebrate Black Business Month with a post or a shoutout to your favorite Black-owned businesses and products.
Black Business Month hashtag:
# BlackBusinessMonth
Black Business Month social media post templates:
Friday, August 2nd, 2024: International Beer Day
Give a toast to your followers in honor of International Beer Day! Share your drink specials or your favorite beer.
International Beer Day hashtag:
# internationalbeerday
International Beer Day social media post templates:
Friday, August 2nd, 2024: Post your Back to School sales
We can't believe it either, but it's Back to School season, and the time is now to plan and share your sales. Even if your business isn't related to education, this is an opportunity to have a sale around a theme that is universally recognized.
Back to School sale hashtag:
# backtoschoolsale
Back to School sale social media post templates:
Sunday, August 4th, 2024: National Friendship Day
National Friendship Day is a heartwarming occasion that recognizes the importance of friends in our life. It's a time to celebrate the bonds that bring joy, support, and laughter to our lives. To celebrate on social media, share a heartfelt message or express gratitude for the friends who enrich our lives and make each day brighter.
National Friendship Day hashtag:
# friendshipday
National Friendship Day social media post templates:
Sunday, August 4th, 2024: Sisters Day
Is there a "sister" in your life that you'd like to celebrate? Whether they're related by blood or by kinship, today is the day to give them a special shoutout.
Sisters Day hashtag:
# SistersDay
Sisters Day social media post templates:
Sunday, August 4th, 2024: Chocolate Chip Cookie Day
Indulge your taste buds and celebrate the deliciousness of Chocolate Chip Cookie Day! Every year on this mouthwatering occasion, cookie lovers come together to pay homage to the classic treat that tastes good on its own or with a glass of milk (Or ice cream, we don't judge!) If you're a bakery, share your cookie specials or highlight how you're celebrating.
Chocolate Chip Cookie Day hashtag:
# chocolatechipcookieday
Chocolate Chip Cookie Day social media post templates:
Monday, August 5th, 2024: National Oyster Day
Briney, sweet, and often times polarizing, oysters are a delicacy worthy of their own day! Whether you prefer them raw on the half-shell, grilled, or cooked in a creamy chowder, National Oyster Day is the perfect opportunity to share how you're celebrating or your restaurant specials.
National Oyster Day hashtag:
# oysterday
National Oyster Day social media post templates:
Thursday, August 8th, 2024: International Cat Day
Looking for an excuse to share your sweet cat online? International Cat Day is the perfect opportunity! Followers will love the sneak peek into your personal life.
International Cat Day hashtag:
# InternationalCatDay
International Cat Day social media post templates:
Friday, August 9th, 2024: Book Lovers Day
Calling all bookworms! Book Lovers Day is the perfect occasion to escape into the captivating world of literature. Celebrating the magic of storytelling and the joy of reading. Grab your favorite book, snap a cozy reading pic, and share it on social media!
Book Lovers Day hashtag:
# booklover
Book Lovers Day social media post templates:
Saturday, August 10th, 2024: S’mores Day
Embrace the sweetness and nostalgia of S'mores Day, celebrating the timeless combination of marshmallow, chocolate, and graham cracker that brings smiles and warmth to every outdoor summer gathering.
S’mores Day hashtag:
# smoresday
S’mores Day social media post templates:
Saturday, August 10th, 2024: Garage Sale Day
Get creative and host a "Garage Sale" for your business. Share your dates and hours in a post.
Garage Sale Day hashtag:
# GarageSaleDay
Garage Sale Day social media post templates:
Sunday, August 11th, 2024: Son & Daughter Day
Celebrate the bond that knows no bounds on Son & Daughter Day! This special day honors the incredible love shared between parents and their children. Take the time to cherish precious moments, create lasting memories, and create a post to let your sons and daughters know just how much they mean to you.
Son & Daughter Day hashtag:
# sonanddaughterday
Son & Daughter Day social media post templates:
Tuesday, August 13th, 2024: International Lefthanders Day
It's a day for lefties to celebrate their awesomeness and for everyone else to learn more about what it's like living in a right-handed world. So, whether you're left-handed or just left-hand curious, join in the festivities and give a shoutout to the lefties in your life!
International Lefthanders Day hashtag:
# LefthandersDay
International Lefthanders Day social media post templates:
Tuesday, August 13th, 2024: National Financial Awareness Day
It is all about getting savvy with your money and making smart financial choices! It's a perfect day to check in on your savings, budget, and future plans to ensure you're on the right track. Whether you're a finance newbie or a money management pro, take a moment to boost your financial literacy and set yourself up for success!
National Financial Awareness Day hashtag:
# FinancialAwarenessDay
National Financial Awareness Day social media post templates:
Wednesday, August 14th, 2024: Share a this or that
A "This or That" poll is a great way to get followers to engage with your post. Give it a try and see what wins!
This or that hashtag:
# thisorthat
This or that social media post templates:
Thursday, August 15th, 2024: National Relaxation Day
Offer a spa treatment discount, promote a yoga or mindfulness class, or encourage your followers to take a moment to relax.
National Relaxation Day hashtag:
# NationalRelaxationDay
National Relaxation Day social media post templates:
Friday, August 16th, 2024: Tell a Joke Day
From clever one-liners to witty puns, unleash your comedic prowess and bring laughter to your social media feed. Share your favorite jokes, punchlines, and get ready for a day filled with laughs on Tell a Joke Day!
Tell a Joke Day hashtag:
# tellajokeday
Tell a Joke Day social media post templates:
Saturday, August 17th, 2024: National Nonprofit Day
Share your favorite nonprofit organization in honor of National Nonprofit Day. Better yet, donate a portion of your sales to the cause.
National Nonprofit Day hashtag:
# NationalNonprofitDay
National Nonprofit Day social media post templates:
Saturday, August 17th, 2024: Thrift Shop Day
From vintage fashion to quirky collectibles, thrift shops offer endless possibilities for shoppers that love the hunt. Share your best finds or your favorite thrift shops.
Thrift Shop Day hashtag:
# Thriftshopday
Thrift Shop Day social media post templates:
Sunday, August 18th, 2024: Plan your Labor Day Sales
Labor Day Weekend is around the corner. Set yourself up for success by planning and promoting your sales now.
Labor Day Sale hashtag:
# laborday2024
Labor Day Sale social media post templates:
Monday, August 19th, 2024: Blue Moon
A Blue Moon occurs when there is a second full moon within a calendar month. Look up and enjoy the extra bright night sky.
Blue Moon hashtag:
# BlueMoon
Blue Moon social media post templates:
Monday, August 19th, 2024: World Photography Day
World Photography Day honors the art of photography and its incredible ability to freeze moments in time, evoke emotions, and tell captivating stories. From stunning landscapes to candid portraits, show off your best snaps!
World Photography Day hashtag:
# worldphotographyday
World Photography Day social media post templates:
Monday, August 19th, 2024: Aviation Day
This day honors the achievements of aviation throughout history and commemorates the pioneers of flight. Through airshows, exhibitions, and educational events, Aviation Day inspires and encourages future generations to pursue careers in aerospace, celebrating the possibilities of flight.
Aviation Day hashtag:
# aviationday
Aviation Day social media post templates:
Tuesday, August 20th, 2024: National Lemonade Day
Lemonade stands are many kid's first taste of entrepreneurship, and Lemonade Day is a fun celebration of entrepreneurship for young aspiring business owners. Lemonade stands allow kids to learn about business planning, budgeting, customer service, and the value of hard work.
National Lemonade Day hashtag:
# lemonadeday
National Lemonade Day social media post templates:
Wednesday, August 21st, 2024: Senior Citizens Day
Do you offer a senior discount? Or employ senior citizens? Let folks know on social!
Senior Citizens Day hashtag:
# SeniorCitizensDay
Senior Citizens Day social media post templates:
Thursday, August 22nd, 2024: Burger Day
Burger Day brings together food lovers, ignites friendly debates about the best burger combinations, and pays homage to the timeless classic that has become a symbol of summer cookouts and fast food.
Burger Day hashtag:
# BurgerDay
Burger Day social media post templates:
Saturday, August 24th, 2024: National Waffle Day
National Waffle Day celebrates breakfast food lovers of all ages to appreciate the fluffy goodness of this morning staple. What are you topping yours with?
National Waffle Day hashtags:
# nationalwaffleday, # waffleday
National Waffle Day social media post templates:
Monday, August 26th, 2024: Women's Equality Day
Women's Equality Day commemorates the hard-fought battle for women's rights and celebrates the progress made toward achieving gender equality. This day serves as a reminder of the relentless advocacy, resilience, and determination of women throughout history who have fought for equal rights and opportunities. Empower the women in your life today. Share a story or post to celebrate and recognize Women's Equality Day.
Women's Equality Day hashtag:
# WomensEqualityDay
Women's Equality Day social media post templates:
Monday, August 26th, 2024: US Open Tennis Championships Begins
The US Open Tennis Championships is one of the most prestigious tennis tournaments in the world. Top tennis players from around the globe gather in New York to compete. Share who you're rooting for!
US Open Tennis Championship hashtag:
# USTennisOpen
US Open Tennis Championship social media post templates:
Monday, August 26th, 2024: National Dog Day
Time for your pup to get some love. Watch the comments roll in when you post a cute photo of your favorite pooch for National Dog Day.
National Dog Day hashtag:
# NationalDogDay
National Dog Day social media post templates:
Saturday, August 31st, 2024: Eat Outside Day
From restaurants to real estate agents, share a post celebrating the simple pleasures of eating outside.
Eat Outside Day hashtag:
# EatOutsideDay
Eat Outside Day social media post templates:
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