June 17th is the 168th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. On this day, Sir Francis Drake lands on coast of California at Drakes Bay, names it "New Albion", Mumtaz Mahal dies, her husband, Mughal emperor Shah Jahan I, then spends more than 20 years building her tomb, the Taj Mahal, and Charles Goodyear obtains his 1st rubber patent. Famous birthdays include, Venus Williams, Tory Burch, and Newt Gingrich. Today is National Eat Your Vegetables Day.
We have 16 holidays listed for June 17.
National Eat Your Vegetables Day
Whether you’re digging into a salad or trying kale for the first time, celebrate those veggies!
Bunker Hill Day
Bunker Hill Day is a celebration of the sacrifices made by the heroes at Bunker Hill.
Commemoration of General Don Martín Miguel de Güemes
Martín Miguel de Güemes played a key role in the decisive triumphs during the Argentine Revolution.
Global Garbage Man Day
Celebrate Global Garbage Man Day by offering smiles and appreciation to these hard workers!
Iceland Independence Day
Iceland Independence Day is a celebration of the country’s freedom from Denmark.
Icelandic Republic Day
Join the parade, grab candy and celebrate Icelandic Republic Day with gusto.
National Apple Strudel Day
Take part in the sweet celebration of apple strudel on June 17.
National Dump the Pump Day
Let’s do our part for the environment and the future generations this Dump the Pump Day!
National Flip Flop Day
Check out our fun suggestions for making the most of National Flip Flop Day.
National Mascot Day
Mascots bring luck, encourage participation, and make events more enjoyable for everyone.
National Stewart’s Root Beer Day
Grab a glass or two of Stewart’s root beer classics to honor the day.
National Take Back the Lunch Break Day
Want to know why you need to take a lunch break? Read on...
Nursing Assistants Day
Let’s do our best and make this day extra special for our nursing assistants.
World Tessellation Day
Grab your tiles and prepare to analyze and unleash your creativity this World Tessellation Day.
Paulina Rubio
Few artists have made as much noise as Paulina Rubio in the Latin music arena.
Lisa Mantler
There are no limits for this talented Instagram and TikTok Star, not even the sky!