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 bySingaporeans
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 (1960–1963)
9 August (1965–present)
FrequencyAnnually

National Day, sometimes known internationally as Singapore Independence Day, 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.