Days Until August 18th
About August 18th
August 18th is one of 365 days on the calendar — and like every date, it has its own mix of facts, observances, and history. August 18 is the 230th day of the year (231st in leap years), with 135 days remaining until the end of the year. The countdown below shows how many days remain until the next August 18th, with notes on what the date is known for, the traditions associated with it, and notable events that have happened on this day.
📚 Interesting Facts
August 18 is the 230th day of the year (231st in leap years), with 135 days remaining until the end of the year
The 19th Amendment was ratified on August 18, 1920, granting women the right to vote in the United States
Tennessee became the 36th state to ratify the 19th Amendment on August 18, 1920, with Harry Burn casting the tie-breaking vote
People born on August 18th are Leo, known for their confidence, creativity, and natural leadership abilities
On this day in 1590, Governor John White returned to Roanoke Colony to find the settlement mysteriously deserted
🎊 Traditions & Celebrations
National Mail Order Catalog Day commemorates the first Montgomery Ward mail-order catalog issued on August 18, 1872
World Breast Cancer Research Day raises awareness about breast cancer research, reflecting the '1 in 8' statistic
National Pinot Noir Day celebrates the popular red wine varietal enjoyed by wine enthusiasts worldwide
Never Give Up Day encourages people to persevere through challenges and maintain determination in pursuit of their goals
Women's Equality Day planning begins as communities prepare to celebrate the 19th Amendment's ratification anniversary
📜 Historical Events on This Day
Governor John White returned to Roanoke Colony from England to find the settlement mysteriously deserted
The Pendle witch trials began in England, one of the most well-documented witch trials in UK history
The 19th Amendment was ratified after Tennessee became the 36th state to approve it, granting women the right to vote
The Battle of Britain's 'Hardest Day' air battle took place, the largest aerial engagement in history at that point
Sukarno took office as the first president of Indonesia following the country's declaration of independence
Adi Dassler founded Adidas after falling out with his brother, who went on to found Puma
Vladimir Nabokov's controversial novel Lolita was published in the United States
A massive power blackout hit the Indonesian island of Java, affecting almost 100 million people
Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf resigned under threat of impeachment
The Democratic National Convention nominated Joe Biden for president in a historic virtual event due to COVID-19
Why Count Down to August 18th?
Whether you're planning ahead, celebrating a tradition, or marking a personal milestone, tracking the countdown to August 18th helps you prepare and build anticipation. Use CountDay.org to:
- Never miss important dates and plan accordingly
- Build excitement as the day approaches
- Share the countdown with friends and family
- Set reminders and prepare for celebrations
- Track multiple countdowns in one convenient place