Yes, you’re correct. The “rest of the world” does do World Photography Day on Tuesday August 19 this year. But here in Colonial Beach, we are forerunners of all things cool and are having our World Photography Day events on SATURDAY AUGUST 16. Sunrise to Sunset. For a peek at some of the many activities and learning experiences being offered throughout the day, visit the ABOUT and the DISCUSSION tabs on the FACEBOOK page for this event. World Photography Day in Colonial Beach | Facebook. The CB Creative Art Center is looking forward to hosting some of these activities for you.