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 1960Regional
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 1945Observances on August 17th 2019
United Kingdom: Cupcake Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of Cupcake Day
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.August 16th 2019 | Go to Today | August 18th 2019
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| General Information for August 17th 2019 | |
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| 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 - Over 500 bombs are set off by terrorists at 300 locations in 63 out of the 64 districts of Bangladesh | |
| 1919 - Afghanistan gains full independence from the United Kingdom. | |
| 1914 - The Ottoman-Bulgarian alliance is signed in Sofia. | |
| 1487 - The Siege of Málaga ends with the taking of the city by Castilian and Aragonese forces. |
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