Manu'a Cession Day in American Samoa

In 2026, Manu'a Cession Day falls on Thursday, 16 July 2026.

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About Manu'a Cession Day

Manu'a Cession Day is a public holiday in American Samoa that commemorates the signing of the Deed of Cession in 1904. This historic event marked the formal transfer of the Manu'a Islands to the administration of the United States. The day is observed with cultural ceremonies and events that honor the traditional leadership and history of the archipelago.

Manu'a Cession Day dates in American Samoa

Observance dates for Manu'a Cession Day across a 10-year window (2023-2031).

16 Jul 2023

Sunday · Manu'a Cession Day

2023

16 Jul 2024

Tuesday · Manu'a Cession Day

2024

16 Jul 2025

Wednesday · Manu'a Cession Day

2025

16 Jul 2026

Thursday · Manu'a Cession Day

2026

16 Jul 2027

Friday · Manu'a Cession Day

2027

16 Jul 2028

Sunday · Manu'a Cession Day

2028

16 Jul 2029

Monday · Manu'a Cession Day

2029

16 Jul 2030

Tuesday · Manu'a Cession Day

2030

16 Jul 2031

Wednesday · Manu'a Cession Day

2031

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