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Independence Day
Next observed on Sunday, 4 July 2027.
When is Independence Day in 2027?
Sunday, 4 July 2027
Counting down to Independence Day
What Independence Day marks

Independence Day is celebrated annually on 15 August as a public holiday in India commemorating the nation's independence from the United Kingdom on 15 August 1947. On this day the Indian Independence Act 1947 came into effect, transferring legislative sovereignty to the Indian Constituent Assembly. India attained independence following the independence movement noted for largely non-violent resistance and civil disobedience led by the Indian National Congress under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi.
Background summarised from Wikipedia — Public holiday celebrated on 15 August, available under CC BY-SA.
Independence Day dates: 2027–2031
| Year | Date | Day | Full calendar |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday | United States 2027 | |
| 2028 | Tuesday | United States 2028 | |
| 2029 | Wednesday | United States 2029 | |
| 2030 | Thursday | United States 2030 | |
| 2031 | Friday | United States 2031 |
Frequently asked
When is Independence Day in 2027?
Independence Day falls on Sunday, 4 July 2027 in United States.
What day of the week is Independence Day 2027?
Independence Day 2027 falls on a Sunday, 4 July 2027.
When is Independence Day in 2028?
Independence Day falls on Tuesday, 4 July 2028.
Where is Independence Day observed?
Observed nationally in United States.
What does Independence Day celebrate?
Public holiday celebrated on 15 August. Independence Day is celebrated annually on 15 August as a public holiday in India commemorating the nation's independence from the United Kingdom on 15 August 1947. On this day the Indian Independence Act 1947 came into effect, transferring legislative sovereignty to the Indian Constituent Assembly. India attained independence following the independence movement noted for largely non-violent resistance and civil disobedience led by the Indian National Congress under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi.