This is our day guide for Tuesday November 17th 2020 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 November 17th 2020
International: Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day
Commemorating the student demonstration against Nazi occupation in 1939, and especially the demonstration in 1989 in Prague considered to mark the beginning of the Velvet RevolutionRegional
India (regional): Ningol Chakkouba
During this popular festival, married sisters and daughters are invited to the parental house for a grand feast
Nepal: Bhai Tika
A festival focused on siblings. Sisters invite their brothers to join in a feast.Observances on November 17th 2020
United Kingdom: Homemade Bread Day
A day to enjoy the making, baking and eating of nutritious homemade bread.
USA: National Baklava Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Baklava Day
Azerbaijan: National Revival Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Revival Day
USA: National Take A Hike Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Take A Hike Day
Philippines: International Students Day
International Students Day recognizes students globally, highlighting the cultural diversity and the culture that students bring to the society and the world.
International: World Prematurity Day
World Prematurity Day on November 17 raises awareness of this serious health crisis.
USA: National Unfriend Day
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| General Information for November 17th 2020 | |
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| There are 3 public holidays today. | |
| Day 322 of 2020 | |
| 44 days left in 2020 | |
| Week 47 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1933 – United States recognizes Soviet Union. | |
| 1811 - José Miguel Carrera, Chilean founding father, is sworn in as President of the executive Junta of the government of Chile. | |
| 1511 - Spain and England ally against France. | |
| 474 – Emperor Leo II dies after a reign of 10 months. He is succeeded by his father Zeno, who becomes sole ruler of the Byzantine Empire. |
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