April 8, 2027 celebrates International Romani Day, plus 1 more. International Romani Day is always marked on April 8th each year. It honors the first major international meeting of Romani representatives, April 7–12 1971 in Chelsfield near London.Romani were originally traveling court musicians in parts of what is now India and Pakistan.
Every year on April 8th, International Pageant Day celebrates the women around the world who compete in pageants. This is also a day to encourage girls and young women to think about the benefits that pageants have to offer.
Events that occurred on April 8 throughout history
1838
1838
SS Great Western sets off on its maiden voyage from
SS Great Western sets off on its maiden voyage from Bristol, England to New York City. The steamship was the first of its kind built for transatlantic service. It completed its maiden voyage on April 23, 1838.
1913
1913
The states ratify the 17th Amendment giving the people the
The states ratify the 17th Amendment giving the people the right to directly vote for their senators creating a direct election. Before the 17th amendment, each state's legislature elected the senators.
1974
1974
Hank Aaron hits his 715th career home run
Hank Aaron hits his 715th career home run. The Atlanta Brave was playing at home against the Los Angeles Dodgers when he hit Al Downing's 1-0 fastball.
