August is either a peak heat or chilly season in Animal Crossing: New Horizons depending on which hemisphere your island is in. Take advantage of the heat (or snow) with this monthly guide on what your villager can do.
August Events
Fireworks Festival
When: Every Sunday
What is it: Enjoy the fireworks display every Sunday evening from any corner of the island!
Obon
When: August 15
What is it: The Buddhist festival marks the return of one’s ancestors. People in Japan visit cemeteries and clean their family’s gravestones, don light summer kimono called yukata or jinbei, watch fireworks, and attend festivals where they eat, drink, and dance.
August Items
Cowboy Festival – Rodeo-Style Springy Ride-On
When: July – August 15
What is it: “Many countries have their own cowboy-themed celebrations, but this one is inspired by Brazilian traditions. We hope this springy ride-on toy will help you get into the spirit!”
Where to get: Nook Shopping (2,000 Bells)
Cowherd & Weaver Girl Day – Hikoboshi & Orihime Outfits
When: August 5 – August 14
What is it: “Based on the star-crossed story of two lovers who were only allowed to meet once per year. Perhaps you’ll think of reuniting with someone dear to you when you wear this special outfit.”
Where to get: Nook Shopping (2,500 Bells Each)
Obon – Cucumber Horse & Eggplant Cow
When: August 8 – August 14
What is it: “Celebrated mainly in Japan, it is said that ancestral spirits will visit the living beginning on August 13th, arriving on creatures made from cucumber and eggplant before departing once more on the 16th.”
Where to get: Nook Shopping (500 Bells Each)
Click below to see what bugs, fish and deep sea creatures are available throughout August!
August Bugs
August Fish
August Creatures
Daily To-Do List
August is one of the less busy months in terms of events, so it’s the perfect time to take on some other daily activities. Below are a list of daily activities to check off when you’re doing
1. Nook Stop for Bonus Nook Miles
2. Nook Mileage+ Tasks (2x to 5x bonus)
3. Find message bottles
4. Visiting a crafting villager
5. Dig up bells from shiny ground (and plant 10k for a money tree)
6. Hit rocks
7. pull weeds
8. Dig up fossils
9. Check the special visiting character of the day
10. Pick fruit
11. Buy furniture or clothes
12. Water flowers/plants
13. Check out the fireworks every Sunday night
First & Jenn 
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