National Acadian Day is observed in Canada every August 15, celebrating the culture and heritage of the Acadians, who are the third largest subgroup of French Canadians. The holiday was established in 1881 during the first National Convention of the Acadians in Memramcook, New Brunswick, and was officially recognized by the Parliament of Canada in 2003. The date was chosen to coincide with the Feast of Assumption, honoring the Virgin Mary, the patron saint of the Acadians. Celebrations include the Tintamarre, a lively parade where participants dress in the Acadian colors of red, white, and blue, making noise to express their pride and solidarity. Other festivities consist of fairs, cultural festivals, and open-air concerts, reflecting the Acadians’ strong sense of identity and history, particularly following their forced deportation known as the Great Upheaval. Today, Acadians primarily reside in the Maritime provinces, especially New Brunswick, as well as in parts of Quebec and the United States, notably in Maine and Louisiana.