August 31st is officially known as We Love Memoirs Day & Trail Mix Day.
Today is the 243rd day of the year, and there are only 122 days remaining in 2025.
Let’s celebrate the end of the month with these interesting historical events covering areas like past civilizations, inventions, business, sports and more.
Did you know that on this day, August 31, 1897, the first movie projector was patented by Thomas Edison? Named the kinetoscope, this device was intended only to be used by one person at a time using a peephole.
Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about August 31st in history!
Historical Events
What memorable events happened on August 31 in history? Keep reading to find out!
Two of Edvard Munch’s stolen artworks were found after being missing for two years.
In August 2004, two gunmen took the famous "Scream" and "Madonna" paintings from the Munch Museum in Oslo, Norway, and got away in a third suspect's car. The paintings were found in Norway after a police raid on this day and were still in excellent condition.
Crocker-Woolworth National Bank formed its headquarters in San Francisco.
Businessman Charles Crocker partially bought out the bank formerly named Woolworth National Bank in the 1980s. Together with the founder, they formed Crocker-Woolworth National Bank, which opened on this day.
King Henry V of England died aged 35 in Château de Vincennes, France.
Henry V didn't reign for long, having taken to the throne in March 1413, but had great success within the military during the Hundred Year War against France. This made England one of the most powerful countries in Europe.
Famous Births
If you were born on this day, you actually have the same birthday as Chris Tucker. Here are some other famous people born on August 31st.
1977
Jeffrey Nero Hardy
American Wrestler
Age
48 years old
Born IN
North Carolina, USA
1971
Chris Tucker
American Comedian
Age
54 years old
Born IN
Georgia, USA
1997
Jaylen Barron
American Actress
Age
28 years old
Born IN
Nevada, USA
1949
Richard Gere
American Actor
Age
76 years old
Born IN
Pennsylvania, USA
Birthday & Zodiac
If you were born on this day, your star sign is Virgo.
Virgos tend to deal with information similar to a computer; they can quickly process information and organize it into something easily understandable for themselves and others.
Peridot is the birthstone given to people born in August. The peridot is a green gem that can be found in meteorites that have fallen to Earth. This makes the peridot the only wearable transparent gemstone that can come from outta space!
For people born on this day, your estimated date of conception falls on December 8th in the previous year.
A baby that is conceived on August 31, 2025, will be born around May 24, 2026.
Famous Deaths
Unfortunately, August 31st has also been a day where we've had to say some goodbyes over the years…
1961 — 1997
Princess Diana
British Princess Princess Diana was born on July 1, 1961. She died on this day in 1997, at age 36 in Paris, France.
Special Holidays
Looking for a reason to celebrate? Well, here's a few! These unique holidays are sure to bring some enjoyment to your day.
United States
We Love Memoirs Day
It’s We Love Memoirs Day today, a day to look back on our lives and reflect upon all the things we’ve seen and done. Take a trip down memory lane today and jot all the special moments down on paper. Don’t stress if it doesn’t read well; just writing it all down is a great first step!
United States
National Trail Mix Day
Picture this: you’re going for a hike, and you feel a little rumble in your tummy that makes you despair over the fact that lunch is still hours away. All is not lost, though, as you remembered to pack trail mix! So celebrate today by mixing up your favorite trail mix and eating it!
Fact Of The Day
Days Until
Your countdown to 2025's upcoming special days!
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Halloween
61 days
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Christmas Day
116 days
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New Year's Day
123 days
