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National Lottery

Friday, July 17, 2026

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In 1567, First. Public Lottery. The first public lottery was held in Low Countries (current Netherlands and Belgium), used for raising money for the townâ's fortifications and poor people

History

First Public Lottery. The first public lottery was held in Low Countries (current Netherlands and Belgium), used for raising money for the townâ's fortifications and poor people

How It's Celebrated

National Lottery is observed by recognizing the importance of the day, learning about its background and significance, and sharing awareness with others through conversation and social media. Many people take time to reflect on the meaning of the observance and participate in relevant activities or community events.

Other Years

2021 Sat
17 Jul
2022 Sun
17 Jul
2023 Mon
17 Jul
2024 Wed
17 Jul
2025 Thu
17 Jul
2026 Fri
7/17
2027 Sat
17 Jul
2028 Mon
17 Jul
2029 Tue
17 Jul

Countries

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