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13 holidays observed on this day
Tuesday, November 17 2026

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November 17 2026

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13 holidays observed around the world. Sorted by what people are loving today.

World Sea Star Day MOST LOVED TODAY
Animals Wildlife International

World Sea Star Day

Join us in celebrating World Sea Star Day to appreciate the beauty and ecological importance of these beautiful star-shaped creatures.

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Kiss Your Girlfriend Day
Observance
Kiss Your Girlfriend Day

Don't miss the chance to pucker up and show your girlfriend some love on Kiss Your Girlfriend Day! Surprise her with a romantic gesture or sweet kiss.

Relationships Romance United States
03
International Students Day
Observance
International Students Day

Celebrate International Students Day and recognize the achievements of students around the world - from their hard work to their inspiring ideas!

School Student Life International
04
National Homemade Bread Day
Food observance
National Homemade Bread Day

Celebrate National Homemade Bread Day with the tastiest and freshest loaves - make them with love and enjoy the delicious aroma that fills your home!

Food Baking United States
05
National Hiking Day
Observance
National Hiking Day

Take a break and explore nature on National Hiking Day! Enjoy breathtaking views, get some exercise, and experience the outdoors like never before.

Sports Outdoor Adventure United States
06
National Unfriend Day
Community origin
National Unfriend Day

Ready to give your online presence a clean sweep? Join us for National Unfriend Day and say goodbye to those unwanted social media connections!

Fun Meme Culture United States
07
National Take a Hike Day
Observance
National Take a Hike Day

Take a break and explore the outdoors! National Take a Hike Day is the perfect opportunity to get out and enjoy nature - so go ahead and hit the trails!

Sports Outdoor Adventure United States
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National Entrepreneur’s Day
Observance
National Entrepreneur’s Day

Celebrate National Entrepreneur's Day and honor the inspiring journey of those who have taken the leap of faith to pursue their business dreams!

Business Entrepreneurship United States
09
World Prematurity Day
Awareness day
World Prematurity Day

Show your support for World Prematurity Day and join the fight to help premature babies with donations, volunteering, or raising awareness!

Awareness Health Conditions International
10
Anti-Bullying Week
Awareness day
Anti-Bullying Week

Stand up, step in and make a difference during Anti-Bullying Week! Together we can create a harmony of kindness and respect.

Awareness Violence Prevention United Kingdom
11
National Baklava Day
Food observance
National Baklava Day

Get ready to indulge in the sweet, flaky goodness of baklava - it's National Baklava Day and we have all the best recipes and tips for you!

Food Global Cuisines United States
12
National Reuben Day
Food observance
National Reuben Day

Calling all Reubens! It's your day to shine on National Reuben Day - enjoy a delicious sandwich and celebrate with others who share your name.

Food Burgers International
13
National Testosterone Awareness Day
Awareness day
National Testosterone Awareness Day

Raise awareness for men's health on National Testosterone Awareness Day! Learn about the importance of testosterone and how to maintain healthy levels.

Awareness Health Conditions United States
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This week & month

36 month-long observances and 3 week-long ones that include November 17.

National Native American Heritage Month
All of November
National Native American Heritage Month
Culture
National Gratitude Month
All of November
National Gratitude Month
Health
​National Family Caregivers Month
All of November
​National Family Caregivers Month
Awareness
​National Novel Writing Month
All of November
​National Novel Writing Month
Pop Culture
No-Shave November
All of November
No-Shave November
Awareness
Lung Cancer Awareness Month
All of November
Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Awareness
​National Diabetes Month
All of November
​National Diabetes Month
Awareness
​National Healthy Skin Month
All of November
​National Healthy Skin Month
Style
​National Epilepsy Awareness Month
All of November
​National Epilepsy Awareness Month
Awareness
Adopt a Turkey Month
All of November
Adopt a Turkey Month
Animals
Banana Pudding Lovers Month
All of November
Banana Pudding Lovers Month
Food
National Pomegranate Month
All of November
National Pomegranate Month
Food
National Rice Awareness Month
All of November
National Rice Awareness Month
Health
National Adoption Month
All of November
National Adoption Month
Awareness
Worldwide Bereaved Siblings Month
All of November
Worldwide Bereaved Siblings Month
Awareness
Family Stories Month
All of November
Family Stories Month
Relationships
National Children’s Month
All of November
National Children’s Month
Awareness
Manatee Awareness Month
All of November
Manatee Awareness Month
Awareness
Gluten-Free Diet Awareness Month
All of November
Gluten-Free Diet Awareness Month
Awareness
Military Family Month
All of November
Military Family Month
Careers
National Family Literacy Month
All of November
National Family Literacy Month
School
Bladder Health Month
All of November
Bladder Health Month
Awareness
National Home Care and Hospice Month
All of November
National Home Care and Hospice Month
Careers
National Inspirational Role Models Month
All of November
National Inspirational Role Models Month
Awareness
Aviation History Month
All of November
Aviation History Month
Culture
Diabetic Eye Disease Month
All of November
Diabetic Eye Disease Month
Awareness
Filipino Values Month
All of November
Filipino Values Month
Culture
Library and Information Services Month
All of November
Library and Information Services Month
School
National Bible Week
November 15–21
National Bible Week
Religion
National Entrepreneurship Month
All of November
National Entrepreneurship Month
Business
National Marrow Awareness Month
All of November
National Marrow Awareness Month
Awareness
National Pepper Month
All of November
National Pepper Month
Food
National Scholarship Month
All of November
National Scholarship Month
School
Pet Diabetes Month
All of November
Pet Diabetes Month
Awareness
Stomach Cancer Awareness Month
All of November
Stomach Cancer Awareness Month
Awareness
National Consciousness Month for Punctuality and Civility
All of November
National Consciousness Month for Punctuality and Civility
Awareness
National Hunger & Homeless Awareness Week
November 15–21
National Hunger & Homeless Awareness Week
Awareness
Philippine Book Development Month
All of November
Philippine Book Development Month
Pop Culture
Restorative Justice Week
November 15–21
Restorative Justice Week
Awareness
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