January 17 is the 17th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. Check out the list of National and International days which fall on 17 January.
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January 17th Holidays List
London blogger Mar Dixon began the Museum Selfie Day trend across the globe. Museum Selfie Day is observed on January 17, and is the perfect opportunity for people to get creative.
National Lose the Jet Lag Day is celebrated on January 17, is a perfect day to learn regarding jet lag science and steps to “timeshift” to adjust more quickly to new time zones.
Every year, Cable Car Day is observed on January 17. The day aims to celebrate Andrew Smith Hallidie getting the patent for the cable car in 1871.
Each year, Customer Service Day is observed on January 17. No brand will exist without a customer.
Day of Judgment is observed on January 17 every year. The day is a fun holiday and reminds people that they are their own best judges.
Ditch New Year’s Resolution Day
Every year, Ditch New Year’s Resolutions Day is observed on January 17. The day provides people an opportunity to scrap these resolutions and run for the hills.
International We Are Not Broken Day
International We Are Not Broken Day is observed on January 17 every year, aimed at creating awareness about the fact that, despite what people think of others with a history of physical and emotional trauma, mental illness, amputations, or disorders.
James Leonard Tagle Gordon Day
James Leonard Tagle Gordon Day is observed on January 17 every year. The day is a national holiday in the Philippines, aimed at honoring James Leonard Tagle Gordon, who served as mayor of Olongapo City from December 30, 1963, to February 20, 1967, and was the country’s first mayor.
Every year, Kid Inventors’ Day is celebrated on January 17, aimed at marking the creativity and ingenuity of young people across the globe.
Every year, National Carolina Day is observed on January 17. The day aims to mark the name Carolina and every person who was ever named Carolina.
People celebrate Popeye Day on January 17 every year. Popeye debuted in a comic strip titled “Thimble Theatre.”
Every year, National Ta Day is observed on 17 January, aimed at appreciating people called Ta all over the world.
National Hot Heads Chili Day is celebrated on January 17 every year with habanero-eating challenges, fancy-dress contests, and cook-offs of popular recipes.
National Hot Buttered Rum Day is observed on January 17 each year and offers a perfect opportunity to give it a try.
Every year, National Charlotte Day is celebrated on January 17, aimed at highlighting Charlotte in the world and the uniqueness of its existence.