This is our day guide for Friday April 17th 2026 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 April 17th 2026
American Samoa: American Samoa Flag Day
Marks the day in 1900 when American Samoa became a U.S. territory
Gabon: Women's Day
Marks the appointment of the first female to the Government in Gabon
Myanmar: Burmese New Year
The Burmese New Year falls on the day that the sun enters the star sign of Aries
Syria: Evacuation Day
Commemorates the withdrawal of French troops on this day in 1946, when Syria proclaimed its independence after more than 20 years of French occupation.April 16th 2026 | Go to Today | April 18th 2026
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| General Information for April 17th 2026 | |
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| There are 4 public holidays today. | |
| Day 107 of 2026 | |
| 258 days left in 2026 | |
| Week 16 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1970 - After a tense few days, Apollo 13 re-enters Earth's atmosphere and splashes down with its crew intact. | |
| 1963 - Baseball legend Mickey Mantle hits the record-breaking 'tape measure' home run. | |
| 1940 - Singer/songwriter Billy Fury is born in Liverpool, UK. | |
| 1492 - Christopher Columbus signs a deal with Spain to finance his travels. |
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