As if summer wasn’t reason enough to celebrate, we’ve rounded up 10 fun and funky holidays that will make those lazy days of August a blast. Did you know August is a month to celebrate elephants, bowling and bacon? Click through our slideshow for some great ideas that will have you gathering friends and family and checking out something new to do with your little revelers.

August 12 – World Elephant Day

Get your kids to the Safari Park or San Diego Zoo today and visit the elephants. The idea behind World Elephant Day is to increase awareness of the need to protect those amazing animals from the ivory trade. Have a discussion with school-aged kiddos about the importance of saving species from endangerment. Learn more about how your family can raise awareness and get some great ideas.

Photo Credit: Kristin B. via Yelp

Which August holiday will you celebrate? Tell us in the comments below!

— Cherie Gough

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