Independence Day in Saint Lucia is celebrated annually on February 22. The day features major celebrations with a variety of organized events, including church services, rugby competitions, table tennis, and netball matches. Festivities also include film events, a Miss Independence Day Pageant, a ball, concerts, bike festivals, culinary extravagance, street parades, and military parades. The celebrations commence with an annual military parade followed by an Independence address from the prime minister. In the afternoon, a parade called ‘Annou We-y’ takes place in the capital city of Castries, showcasing various floats, characters, groups, and organizations. This day also provides opportunities for leisure activities such as visiting beaches, fishing, or exploring the island's interior rainforests.