This is our day guide for Saturday October 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?

Observances on October 17th 2026

Global Ethics Day

Global Ethics Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Global Ethics Day

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National Sweetest Day

National Sweetest Day

Be sweet on Sweetest Day and hand out out candy to honor this nearly 100 year old holiday.

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Black Poetry Day

Black Poetry Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Black Poetry Day

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National Edge Day

National Edge Day

An annual celebration of the straight edge subculture.

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National Mulligan Day

National Mulligan Day

Everyone deserves a second chance now and again - even golfers.

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National Pasta Day

National Pasta Day 🍝

Whether you prefer gnocchi, penne or farfalle, pasta lovers can all agree that National Pasta Day is the best holiday of the year.

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International Day for the Eradication of Poverty 

International Day for the Eradication of Poverty 

17 October presents an opportunity to acknowledge the effort and struggle of people living in poverty.

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Public Holidays on October 17th 2026

Dessalines Day

Dessalines Day

Commemorates the death of Jean-Jacques Dessalines, Haiti's first ruler, in 1806

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Phulpati

Phulpati

A major celebration that takes place on the seventh day of Bada Dashain festival, also called Saptami.

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