National Day (Singapore)

National Day
From top, left to right: Various commemorations of National Day over the decades
Official nameNational Day of Singapore
Also calledSingapore Independence Day
Observed bySingapore
TypeNational
SignificanceCommemoration of Singapore's independence as a sovereign state
CelebrationsNational Day Parade, National Day Message by the Prime Minister of Singapore, and fireworks celebrations
Date3 June (1960–1962)
9 August (1965–present)
FrequencyAnnually

National Day,[a] sometimes known internationally as Singapore Independence Day,[b] is a major public holiday in Singapore which commemorates an independent and sovereign Republic of Singapore. Held on 9 August since 1965, this holiday features the National Day Parade (NDP), a National Day Message by the Prime Minister of Singapore and fireworks celebrations, among other festivities.[1]


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  1. ^ Mahtani, Shibani (10 August 2012). "Thursday's the Day to Go All the Way for Civic Duty in Singapore". Wall Street Journal. ISSN 0099-9660. Retrieved 15 November 2022.