Day Guide for Thursday August 17th 2023 What are the holidays on August 17th 2023?

This is our day guide for Thursday August 17th 2023 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 2023

Gabon: Independence Day

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

Indonesia: Independence Day

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

Observances on August 17th 2023

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: Black Cat Appreciation Day

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

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General Information for August 17th 2023
There are 2 public holidays today.
Day 229 of 2023
136 days left in 2023
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
1945 - The book Animal Farm, by George Orwell, is first published by Fredric Warburg.
1839 - The French government announces that Louis Daguerre's photographic process is a gift "free to the world".
1759 - Battle of Lagos Naval battle during the Seven Years' War between Great Britain and France.