Days Until August 29th
About August 29th
August 29th is one of 365 days on the calendar — and like every date, it has its own mix of facts, observances, and history. August 29 is the 241st day of the year (242nd in leap years), with 124 days remaining until the end of the year. The countdown below shows how many days remain until the next August 29th, 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 29 is the 241st day of the year (242nd in leap years), with 124 days remaining until the end of the year
Michael Jackson, the 'King of Pop', was born on August 29, 1958, in Gary, Indiana
Hurricane Katrina made landfall on August 29, 2005, becoming one of the deadliest and costliest natural disasters in U.S. history
Actress Ingrid Bergman was both born and died on August 29, in 1915 and 1982 respectively
In 1533, the execution of Atahualpa, the last Inca emperor, effectively ended the Inca Empire
🎊 Traditions & Celebrations
Chop Suey Day celebrates this popular Chinese-American dish
More Herbs, Less Salt Day promotes healthy cooking and reducing sodium intake
International Day Against Nuclear Tests raises awareness about the dangers of nuclear weapons testing
National Lemon Juice Day celebrates this versatile citrus ingredient
The Feast of the Beheading of St. John the Baptist is observed in Christian traditions
📜 Historical Events on This Day
Copper coins were minted in Japan for the first time
Atahualpa, the last Inca emperor, was executed by Spanish conquistadors, ending the Inca Empire
China signed the Treaty of Nanking with Britain, ceding Hong Kong and opening treaty ports
Confederate General Robert E. Lee defeated Union forces at the Second Battle of Bull Run in Virginia
The Soviet Union successfully tested its first atomic bomb, entering the nuclear age
The Beatles performed their final concert at Candlestick Park in San Francisco
The Chicano Moratorium saw over 20,000 Mexican Americans march in Los Angeles to protest the Vietnam War
Hurricane Katrina made landfall in Louisiana, causing catastrophic damage and over 1,800 deaths
John McCain announced Alaska Governor Sarah Palin as his vice presidential running mate
Hurricane Isaac made landfall on the Louisiana coast on the seventh anniversary of Hurricane Katrina
Why Count Down to August 29th?
Whether you're planning ahead, celebrating a tradition, or marking a personal milestone, tracking the countdown to August 29th 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