The Day of the Canary Islands (Día de Canarias) is observed in the Spanish autonomous community of the Canary Islands every May 30. This public holiday commemorates the inaugural session of the Parliament of the Canary Islands, which took place on May 30, 1983. The celebration includes traditional sports, cultural festivals, music, food, and private gatherings, reflecting the rich heritage of the islands. The Canary Islands, located in the Atlantic Ocean, became a province of Spain in 1833, and the Statute of Autonomy, enacted in 1982, granted the islands a degree of self-government. The flag, coat of arms, and anthem are official symbols of the Canary Islands, alongside the Day of the Canary Islands itself.