Days Until April 17th
About April 17th
April 17th is one of 365 days on the calendar — and like every date, it has its own mix of facts, observances, and history. April 17th is day 107 of the year (108 in leap years), with 258 days remaining until New Year's Eve. The countdown below shows how many days remain until the next April 17th, with notes on what the date is known for, the traditions associated with it, and notable events that have happened on this day.
📚 Interesting Facts
April 17th is day 107 of the year (108 in leap years), with 258 days remaining until New Year's Eve
People born on April 17th are Aries, known for their adventurous spirit, determination, and leadership qualities
The Boston Marathon, the world's oldest annual marathon, was first held on April 17, 1897, and continues as a Patriots' Day tradition
Benjamin Franklin, one of America's Founding Fathers, died on April 17, 1790, at the age of 84
The first episode of Game of Thrones premiered on April 17, 2011, launching one of television's most successful series
🎊 Traditions & Celebrations
World Hemophilia Day raises awareness about bleeding disorders, created in 1989 by the World Federation of Hemophilia
National Haiku Poetry Day celebrates the minimalist Japanese poetry form with its 5-7-5 syllable pattern focused on nature and emotion
Malbec World Day honors Argentina's signature wine, celebrating the date in 1853 when Argentina began transforming its wine industry
National Ellis Island Family History Day commemorates the millions of immigrants who passed through Ellis Island to reach America
Evacuation Day in Syria celebrates the country's independence from France, achieved on April 17, 1946
📜 Historical Events on This Day
Spain and Christopher Columbus signed the Capitulations of Santa Fe authorizing his voyage to Asia in search of spices
Martin Luther's trial over his religious teachings began at the assembly of the Diet of Worms
Benjamin Franklin, American Founding Father and polymath, died in Philadelphia at age 84
Virginia's secession convention voted to leave the United States, becoming the eighth state to join the Confederacy
The Treaty of Shimonoseki ended the First Sino-Japanese War, with China ceding Taiwan to Japan
The first Boston Marathon was held, establishing what would become the world's oldest annual marathon
Syria gained independence from France as the last French troops withdrew from the country
The Bay of Pigs Invasion began as CIA-trained Cuban exiles attempted to overthrow Fidel Castro's government
Apollo 13 returned safely to Earth after a near-fatal explosion during the mission to the moon
The first episode of Game of Thrones premiered on HBO, launching the blockbuster fantasy series
Why Count Down to April 17th?
Whether you're planning ahead, celebrating a tradition, or marking a personal milestone, tracking the countdown to April 17th helps you prepare and build anticipation. Use CountDay.org to:
- Never miss important dates and plan accordingly
- Build excitement as the day approaches
- Share the countdown with friends and family
- Set reminders and prepare for celebrations
- Track multiple countdowns in one convenient place