Ah, August! The eighth month of the year, smack dab in the middle of summer and often associated with hot weather, vacations, and a host of interesting global observances. Whether it’s the sweltering summer heat or the vibrant celebrations, August is a month filled with fascinating trivia tidbits that make for excellent quiz material.
This set of August trivia questions and answers will put your knowledge to the test. Do you know which historical events occurred in this month, or the different holidays celebrated worldwide? Maybe you know why August has 31 days or who it was named after? If not, no worries! This August quiz is sure to educate and entertain, and who knows, you might just find a few interesting facts to bring up at your next trivia night.
So, if you’re a trivia lover or just love to learn new facts, let’s dive into these questions. For more trivia fun, don’t forget to check out our July quiz, September trivia and summer quizzes.
In which year was Neil Armstrong, the first moonwalker, born?
August 17th, 1939
August 8th, 1928
August 5th, 1930
August 22nd, 1940
When did RKO Radio Pictures premiere the Disney film Bambi in the US at Radio City Music Hall in New York City?
August 3rd, 1936
August 28th, 1928
August 13th, 1942
August 17th, 1950
When was the Peace Bridge between the US and Canada opened?
August 6th, 1932
August 12th, 1952
August 4th, 1927
August 14th, 1968
Which major sporting event often takes place in August, featuring athletes from various countries competing for gold, silver, and bronze medals?
Super Bowl
Olympic Games
FIFA World Cup
Wimbledon
Which famous singer and actor, whose home was called “Graceland”, died on August 16, 1977?
Elvis Presley
Stevie Wonder
John Lennon
Buddy Holly
The birthstone for the month of August is?
Sapphire
Opal
Ruby
Emerald
Which zodiac signs are associated with the month of August?
Leo and Virgo
Aquarius and Pisces
Scorpio and Sagittarius
Gemini and Cancer
In which year was the Silver Star medal for gallantry created by Congress?
August 2nd, 1962
August 11th, 1929
August 8th, 1932
August 21st, 1941
In which hemisphere does the month of August mark the beginning of winter?
Both hemispheres
Equator
Northern Hemisphere
Southern Hemisphere
On August 15, 1991, where did Paul Simon perform a famous free concert?
Central Park
South Africa
The Mall In Washington, DC
The Coliseum, Rome
In what city did the Ramones perform their final concert on August 6, 1996?
New York
Seattle
London
Los Angeles
Which popular music festival takes place annually in August in the state of Tennessee, USA?
Lollapalooza
Bonnaroo
Coachella
Glastonbury
What festival celebration takes place every year on the last weekend of August in London?
Nothing Hill Carnival
Knotting Hill Carnival
Notting Hill Carnival
Nutting Hill Carnival
In August 2008, what alternative energy source did Google announce plans to invest $10 million in?
Hydroelectric
Wind
Geothermal
Solar
Which U.S. state was admitted to the union on August 1, 1876, and has Denver as its capital city?
Alabama
Georgia
Tennessee
Colorado
What was the name of the August 2005 hurricane that damaged New Orleans?
Betsy
Katrina
Andrew
Camille
With which co-star did Robert De Niro share a birthday, August 17?
Sean Penn
Joe Pesci
Al Pacino
Harvey Keitel
The annual yacht race in August is run between Malta and what other place?
Sardinia
Rimini
Sicily
Gozo
“The World’s Biggest Food Fight”, La Tomatina, is held on the last Wednesday of August in which country?
Spain
Brazil
Portugal
Mexico
On which date did the American nuclear submarine USS Nautilus begin its first crossing of the Arctic Ocean under the icecap?
August 2nd, 1945
August 6, 1927
August 7th, 1926
August 3rd, 1958
The national flower of August in the United States is?
Tulip
Rose
Lily
Poppy
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