Independence Day 2026
Date
Monday, August 31, 2026
Status
Today
Long weekend opportunity
Independence Day 2026 is part of a 3-day break: Sat Aug 29 – Mon Aug 31
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The flag first rose at midnight on 31 August 1962 — celebrated with the national parade at the Queen's Park Savannah and red, white and black everywhere.