Day Guide for Saturday August 17th 2019 What are the holidays on August 17th 2019?

This is our day guide for Saturday August 17th 2019 which shows you at a glance what's happening on this day around the world. Using the calendar on this page, you can look at a day guide for any day. Why not look up your birthday to see which holidays you share it with?

Holidays on August 17th 2019

Gabon: Independence Day

Marks Gabon's independence from France on August 17th 1960

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India (regional): Parsi New Year

Parsis descend from a group of Zoroastrians from Iran who immigrated to India during 10th century AD

Indonesia: Independence Day

Marks Indonesia's declaration of independence from the Netherlands in 1945

Observances on August 17th 2019

United Kingdom: Cupcake Day

Discover the sweet celebration of Cupcake Day in the UK on August 17th. Learn about the history of these miniature cakes and find fun ways to get involved, from baking your own treats to supporting local bakeries.

USA: National Thrift Shop Day

National Nonprofit Day gives us a moment to pause and reflect on the incredible work nonprofits do every day.

Slovenia: Prekmurje Reunification Day

Marks the return of the region of Prekmurje to Slovenia control in 1919 .

USA: National Honey Bee Day

There is always a lot of buzz about this awareness day.

International: International Geocaching Day

This very modern treasure hunt takes place on the third Saturday in August

Ireland: National Heritage Week

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Heritage Week in Ireland.

USA: Black Cat Appreciation Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Black Cat Appreciation Day.

International: World Day of Homeless Animals

International Homeless Animals’ Day is a reason to draw public attention to homeless animals and promote spay/neuter and adoption.

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General Information for August 17th 2019
There are 3 public holidays today.
Day 229 of 2019
136 days left in 2019
Week 33 of the year
On this Day in History
2005 - A massive power blackout hits the Indonesian island of Java, affecting almost 100 million people, the one of the largest and most widespread power outages in history.
1945 - August Revolution: Viet Minh led by Ho Chi Minh take power in Hanoi, Vietnam.
1839 - The French government announces that Louis Daguerre's photographic process is a gift "free to the world".
1692 - Salem witch trials: in Salem, Province of Massachusetts Bay, five people, one woman and four men, including a clergyman, are executed after being convicted of witchcraft.