Day Guide for Saturday August 17th 2024 What are the holidays on August 17th 2024?

This is our day guide for Saturday August 17th 2024 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 2024

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 2024

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.

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.

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 2024
There are 2 public holidays today.
Day 230 of 2024
136 days left in 2024
Week 33 of the year
On this Day in History
1909 - The first automobile race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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.
43 BC - Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus, later known as Augustus, compels the Roman Senate to elect him Consul.