November 17, 2024 is the 322nd day of the year (323rd in leap years), with 43 days left until the year’s end. Falling on a Sunday in the 46th week, this day features 11 national and international observances. From honoring foods and beverages to raising awareness for health and safety, November 17 offers opportunities for learning, reflection, and appreciation.
Below is a list of all national days celebrated on November 17, each with a brief explanation.
International Happy Gose Day: Celebrating the sour wheat beer known as Gose, this day honors a centuries-old tradition from Goslar, Germany. Gose gained popularity in Leipzig and became known for its distinctive tart and salty taste, made with malted wheat, coriander, and often the mineral-rich water of the Goslar River. The first International Happy Gose Day was held on November 17th, 2016 by the Leipzieger Bierfreunder.
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International Students’ Day: This day commemorates the anniversary of the Nazi raid on Prague’s universities in 1939, which led to the death and detention of Czech students. First marked in 1941, it now symbolizes student activism and commemorates students who have fought for freedom and democracy, including Greece’s Polytechnic Uprising in 1973 and Czechoslovakia’s Velvet Revolution in 1989.
National Baklava Day: A day dedicated to the flaky, nutty, and honey-sweetened dessert known as baklava. Originating in the Middle East and Mediterranean, baklava has become a favorite treat worldwide.
National Butter Day: Established in 2021 by Dinner Bell Creamery, National Butter Day celebrates the craftsmanship of butter-making and its culinary importance. This day honors dairy farmers and butter makers who turn milk into this rich, flavorful staple used in countless recipes. Whether it’s baking, cooking, or spreading on warm bread, butter holds a special place in kitchens everywhere. National Butter Day encourages us to appreciate the hard work behind every golden pat and to savor its role in elevating dishes around the world.
National Homemade Bread Day: This day began in Ann Arbor, Michigan, thanks to the National Homemade Bread Committee in the early 1980s. It inspires people to bake their own bread at home, filling kitchens with the amazing smell of freshly-baked loaves.
National Take a Hike Day: Created by the American Hiking Society in 2015, this day highlights the mental and physical benefits of hiking. It encourages everyone to connect with nature by exploring trails, from local parks to mountain paths, making hiking accessible for all fitness levels.
National Testosterone Awareness Day: Founded by Over 40 Alpha and Funk Roberts Fitness, this day raises awareness about the importance of testosterone in men’s health. It emphasizes the need for education on maintaining balanced testosterone levels, which play a key role in supporting muscle growth, managing weight, and promoting overall well-being.
National Unfriend Day: Created by comedian Jimmy Kimmel in 2010, this day invites people to rethink their social media connections. It encourages users to streamline their friend lists by removing acquaintances who aren’t genuinely close, making digital spaces more personal and meaningful.
World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims* (Third Sunday of November): Observed globally to honor the lives lost in road traffic accidents and to acknowledge the pain and challenges faced by survivors and their families. Founded by RoadPeace, a British charity, and supported by the United Nations and World Health Organization, this day calls attention to the need for improved road safety measures worldwide.
World Prematurity Day: Observed globally, this day raises awareness about the challenges of preterm birth. Initiated by European parent organizations in 2008, it is now an international movement supported by organizations in over 100 countries, symbolized by a small pair of purple socks representing that 1 in 10 babies is born preterm.
Zinfandel Day* (Third Wednesday in November): This day celebrates the Zinfandel grape, originally from Croatia and now a California wine staple. First planted in the U.S. in the early 19th century, Zinfandel thrives in California, producing wines from light and fruity to bold and spicy. Launched by Zinfandel Advocates & Producers (ZAP) in 2012, the day highlights the grape’s impact on the wine industry, inviting enthusiasts worldwide to raise a glass to its unique flavors.
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