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National Take a Hike Day
Nov 17
National Take a Hike Day on November 17 is your nudge to get outside before winter. Find a trail, breathe fresh air and enjoy autumn's last colors.
November 17, 2026: National Days & Holidays
November 17 is National Take a Hike Day. Here’s the story behind it and how to celebrate.
1observance on this date
321stday of 2026 (out of 365)
44days left in 2026
Weekly observances on November 17
3 week-long observances include November 17, 2026.
National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week comes the week before Thanksgiving. Learn how Villanova students began it and what HUD and USDA data show.
About National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness WeekGeography Awareness Week comes every November. See the dates, how a balloon launch and Public Law 100-78 started it, and free mapping ideas.
About Geography Awareness WeekAmerican Education Week comes every November, the week before Thanksgiving week. Learn why the NEA and the American Legion started it in 1921.
About American Education WeekNovember 17 at a glance
- What national days are on November 17, 2026?
- November 17, 2026 has 1 observance: National Take a Hike Day.
- Which weekly observances include November 17, 2026?
- November 17, 2026 falls during National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week (Nov 15–21), Geography Awareness Week (Nov 15–21) and American Education Week (Nov 16–20).
- What day of the year is November 17?
- November 17 is the 321st day of 2026, out of 365 days.
- How many days are left in the year after November 17?
- There are 44 days left in 2026 after November 17.
- What day of the week is November 17, 2026?
- November 17, 2026 falls on a Tuesday.
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