Independence Day is observed in Seychelles every June 29, commemorating the country's independence from the United Kingdom in 1976. This national holiday celebrates the establishment of the Republic of Seychelles, an archipelago located in the Indian Ocean. The day features a variety of festivities, including parades, cultural events, flower and music shows, and fireworks, allowing Seychellois to bond with their families. The President of Seychelles addresses the nation with a celebratory speech, marking the significance of the occasion. Although Independence Day has always been a public holiday, it became the National Day of Seychelles in 2015, replacing the previous National Day celebrated on June 18, which now commemorates the adoption of the 1993 constitution.