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📅 National Days Today

Thursday, August 13, 2026

3 celebrations today

✋ International Lefthanders Day

🥩 National Filet Mignon Day

🥂 National Prosecco Day

✨ Today’s Almanac

Moon Phase

Waxing Crescent

~1% lit · entering Virgo · next full moon (Sturgeon Moon) Aug 28

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Zodiac

Leo

Jul 23 – Aug 22

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Year Progress

Day 225 / 365

62% through 2026

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Season Watch

40 days

until fall begins (Sep 22)

The Perseid meteor shower peaks today — with the moon just a sliver, tonight’s after-midnight hours are one of the best times all year to catch shooting stars.

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On This Day · 1961

East Germany sealed off the border between East and West Berlin overnight, laying the barbed-wire barrier that would grow into the Berlin Wall.

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Born Today · 1860

Sharpshooter Annie Oakley, born Phoebe Ann Moses in Darke County, Ohio, went on to become the star attraction of Buffalo Bill’s Wild West show.

National & International Days on August 13, 2026

Below are brief explanations of each observance celebrated on August 13.

International Left Handers Day

International Left Handers Day has been celebrated annually on August 13 since 1976, thanks to Dean R. Campbell, founder of the Left-Handers Club. The day honors the roughly 7–10% of the population that is left-handed and aims to raise awareness of the everyday challenges they face in a predominantly right-handed world. It also calls attention to the need for better tools, designs, and educational support for left-handed individuals, while celebrating the uniqueness of their experience.

National Filet Mignon Day

National Filet Mignon Day is all about savoring one of the most tender cuts of beef. The name “filet mignon,” which means “dainty fillet” in French, became popular in the early 20th century, partly through the writings of American author O. Henry. This cut comes from the small end of the tenderloin, a muscle that sees little use, making it exceptionally tender. Filet mignon is a staple of fine dining and is often paired with sauces or wrapped in bacon to elevate its naturally mild flavor.

National Prosecco Day

National Prosecco Day was founded by Riondo Prosecco to toast the joys of late summer. Prosecco is a sparkling wine from northeastern Italy, made mostly with the Glera grape. Its light, fruity character—featuring notes of pear, apple, and citrus—comes from the Charmat method of fermentation, which uses stainless steel tanks. Unlike Champagne, Prosecco’s production style keeps it more affordable while maintaining its festive feel.

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