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# The Ultimate August Social Media Content Calendar
Posted by [Amiee PreFontaine](https://blog.videoscribe.co/author/amiee-prefontaine) on July 13, 2026
August has plenty to offer in terms of notable dates and holidays. Make sure to save these to your own social media calendar this month! 📅
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All of August
🇺🇸 US 🇬🇧 UK 🇧🇷 Brazil 🌍 Global
## 🏫Back to School Month
August marks the start of back-to-school season in the US, UK, and Brazil. Businesses, especially in retail and education, can leverage this time to connect with students, parents, and educators, and support learning and preparation for the new academic year.
VideoScribe Tip
Animate a back-to-school checklist or share top tips for a successful year. Retailers can promote sales, while B2B brands can create explainer videos for new educational tools, onboarding, or employee training refreshers.
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All of August
🇺🇸 US
## 🤝🏾Black Business Month
Black Business Month celebrates Black-owned businesses, encourages support, and highlights the economic and cultural impact of Black entrepreneurs. It's an opportunity for brands to spotlight partnerships, Black creators, and stories of innovation.
VideoScribe Tip
Feature short video profiles of Black-owned business partners or employees, or share customer testimonials. B2B brands can highlight supplier diversity or launch a campaign spotlighting Black-led innovation in their industry.
Wednesday 7th August
🇬🇧 UK
## 🚴♂️Cycle to Work Day
Cycle to Work Day encourages employees to commute by bike, supporting sustainability, wellness, and lower carbon footprints. It's a great way to promote healthy lifestyles and greener commuting.
VideoScribe Tip
Animate a highlight reel of employees cycling or create a short video about your company’s green initiatives. Offer incentives and share them in a fun explainer video for your workforce.
Thursday 8th August
🌍 Global
## 🐱International Cat Day
International Cat Day celebrates our feline friends and the joy they bring to workplaces and homes. Brands can use this fun day to show their personality and connect with audiences through lighthearted content.
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Host a cat photo contest and animate the winning cats, or create a short video about "office cats" or remote workers’ pets. Great for employee engagement and social shares!
Friday 9th August
🌍 Global
## 🌲International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples
This day celebrates Indigenous peoples’ cultures and contributions worldwide. It’s a reminder to recognize and respect their rights and traditions, and highlight sustainability and inclusion in the workplace.
VideoScribe Tip
Create a video sharing sustainable practices or celebrate Indigenous leaders in your sector. Great for internal comms, DEI initiatives, or sustainability goals.
Friday 9th August
🌍 Global
## 📚Book Lovers Day
Book Lovers Day encourages everyone to pick up a book and celebrate reading. Brands can use this day to connect through recommended reading or learning resources relevant to their industry.
VideoScribe Tip
Animate a book review or a "5 books for business success" video. Invite your team to share their favorites in a collaborative video series for internal or external channels.
Take a look at this animated video created by VideoScribe user, Debarun. In this video, he provides a brief summary of the book 'Less Doing More Living' using VideoScribe 👇
Monday 12th – Monday 26th August
🌍 Global
## 📸World Photography Week
World Photography Week is an opportunity for brands to showcase their stories visually. Encourage employees, customers, or partners to share their own photos that represent your company values, products, or services.
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Create an animated photo slideshow or "day in the life" video using employee or customer photos, then share on your social channels. Great for employer branding and social engagement!
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Thursday 15th August
🇮🇳 India
## 🇮🇳India's Independence Day
India celebrates independence from the UK on August 15th. Brands with ties to India can recognize this day, spotlighting partnerships or employees and sharing messages of inspiration and freedom.
VideoScribe Tip
Share a short animated message of support to Indian teams, clients, or partners. Feature stories of achievement and progress made together.
Tuesday 13th August
🌍 Global
## ✋Left-Handers Day
Left-Handers Day celebrates left-handed individuals and the importance of inclusive design. It’s a chance for brands to show diversity and accessibility in their products and culture.
VideoScribe Tip
Create a video celebrating left-handed employees or show how your brand supports accessibility. Share fun facts or highlight product features that make life easier for everyone.
Monday 19th August
🌍 Global
## 🌍World Humanitarian Day
World Humanitarian Day honors those who help people in crisis and highlights the importance of humanitarian work. Businesses can show support for causes and humanitarian values.
VideoScribe Tip
Share a story about your company’s social impact or charity partnerships. Animate a call to action for donations, volunteering, or highlight humanitarian heroes in your network.
Monday 26th August
🇺🇸 US
## ♀️Women's Equality Day
Women's Equality Day commemorates the progress toward gender equality and the achievements of women in business and society. Brands can honor this by promoting inclusion and leadership.
VideoScribe Tip
Spotlight women leaders or innovators in your company with a series of short animated interviews or share milestones for gender equity in your workplace.
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Monday 26th August
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## 🐶National Dog Day
National Dog Day celebrates all dogs and encourages dog adoption. Brands can share their team’s canine companions and use this lighthearted day for fun engagement and positive brand sentiment.
VideoScribe Tip
Create a team dog showcase video or animate a "bring your dog to work" story. Encourage employees or clients to share their dog pictures for a collaborative social post.
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Sunday 25th August
🇧🇷 Brazil
## 🎖️Dia do Soldado (Brazilian Soldier's Day)
Brazil's Soldier's Day is a national holiday honoring the military and those who serve. It's an opportunity for companies in Brazil to show respect and gratitude for service members.
VideoScribe Tip
Share a message of appreciation to veterans and military families in your team or customer base. Feature animated tributes or highlight community partnerships supporting veterans.
That's everything for our August social media content calendar! Tell us in the comments which holidays you're adding to your calendars and make sure to share these events and special days with your audience.
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