Flag Day in Uzbekistan is observed every November 18 to commemorate the adoption of the national flag in 1991. This day marks the creation of a new flag following Uzbekistan's independence from the Soviet Union, making it the first Central Asian republic to establish its own national flag. The flag features three horizontal bands of azure, white, and green, separated by narrow red stripes, symbolizing water, peace, and nature, respectively. In the top left corner, a crescent moon and twelve five-pointed stars are depicted, representing various cultural and Islamic significances. Celebrations typically include flag-raising and wreath-laying ceremonies at national monuments, honoring the significance of the flag in Uzbekistan's national identity.