August 12th is International Youth, National Julienne Fries, National Middle Child, National Vinyl Record, World Elephant and more!

International Youth Day

Every year on August 12, we observe International Youth Day (IYD). We celebrate youth around the world on this day to celebrate the promising future in today's society. In addition,, the day brings global attention to the problems that youth face in their everyday lives.

National Julienne Fries Day

Every year, on National Julienne Fries Day, everyone fries up skinny sliced potatoes for a delectable and crunchy snack.

National Middle Child Day

Each year on August 12th, National Middle Child Day honors the in-between child in the family's family. Of course, larger families are celebrating more than one middle child.

National Vinyl Record Day

National Vinyl Record Day is on August 12th, get spinning on August 12th! Vinyl records have a sound of their own whether it's the Beatles, Elvis Presley, The Monkees, Johnny Cash, or the BeeGees. Most will agree that vintage vinyl is as popular as the bands themselves, as shown by the bands.