In the United States, Independence Day is celebrated every year on July 4, which is why it is also commonly called “the Fourth of July.”

What is Independence Day?

  • Independence Day marks the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, when the thirteen American colonies formally declared their separation from Great Britain.
  • The holiday has since become an annual celebration of American nationhood and the birth of the United States as an independent country.

When do we celebrate it?

  • Independence Day in the U.S. is celebrated on the same calendar date every year: July 4, regardless of the day of the week.
  • Because of this fixed date, many people simply refer to the holiday by the date itself, saying they celebrate on “the Fourth of July.”

How is it usually celebrated?

  • Common observances include fireworks, parades, concerts, family gatherings, and public readings of the Declaration of Independence.
  • Many cities also host large public fireworks displays and patriotic events on the evening of July 4 as the centerpiece of the day’s celebrations.

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