We have 17 holidays listed for October 17.
October 17th is the 290th day in the Gregorian calendar. On this day recreational use of cannibis was legalized in Canada; Mother Teresa was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, and OPEC imposed an oil embargo on countries it viewed to be supporting Israel during the Yom Kippur War. Famous October 17th birthdays include playwright Arthur Miller, Ziggy Marley, and Mae Jamison. Today is National Pasta Day and National Mulligan Day.
National Clean Your Virtual Desktop Day
There are 365 days in a year, yet we neglect the condition of our computers.
Farmers Day
Take a moment to appreciate all the farmers who work tirelessly to feed us year round.
National Pasta Day
Hundreds of years of Italian tradition go into this simple meal.
Black Poetry Day
Celebrate the rich black culture and experience by reading black poetry today.
Child Poverty Day
It is a child’s right to have access to free quality healthcare and education.
Day of Dignity (Bolivia)
Let’s get ready to celebrate the Day of Dignity, a solemn affair for Bolivians.
Dessalines Day
Jean-Jacques Dessalines was both a champion of freedom and a strict autocrat.
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
Let's work together to end global poverty.
National Catholic Men’s Conference Day
It's Catholic Men’s Conference Day, the perfect time to plan for your next conference.
National Edge Day
The straight edge lifestyle means refraining from alcohol, drugs, and tobacco.
National Mulligan Day
If at first you don’t succeed, you’ll get another crack at it.
National Pay Back a Friend Day
Pull up your mobile payment apps, and start paying your (ex) friends back.
National Pharmacy Technician Day
We celebrate the women and men behind the counter.
Pro-Life Day of Silent Solidarity
Observe this solemn day by standing in solidarity with the unheard voices.
Wear Something Gaudy Day
Grab your brightest outfits to celebrate Wear Something Gaudy Day in and out of style.
Women in Military Service for America Memorial Anniversary
Women officially joined the U.S. military during the last two years of World War I.
World Trauma Day
Get informed about trauma and its resulting consequences around the world on this day.