Independence Day in Sao Tome and Principe
In 2026, Independence Day falls on Sunday, 12 July 2026.
About Independence Day
Independence Day celebrates the sovereignty of Sao Tome and Principe, which gained its independence from Portugal on July 12, 1975. As a national holiday, it is observed with official ceremonies, public parades, and musical festivities across the archipelago. The day serves as a significant reflection on the nation's history and its path to self-governance.
Independence Day dates in Sao Tome and Principe
Observance dates for Independence Day across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 12 Jul 2023 | Wednesday | Independence Day |
| 2024 | 12 Jul 2024 | Friday | Independence Day |
| 2025 | 12 Jul 2025 | Saturday | Independence Day |
| 2026This year | 12 Jul 2026 | Sunday | Independence Day |
| 2027 | 12 Jul 2027 | Monday | Independence Day |
| 2028 | 12 Jul 2028 | Wednesday | Independence Day |
| 2029 | 12 Jul 2029 | Thursday | Independence Day |
| 2030 | 12 Jul 2030 | Friday | Independence Day |
| 2031 | 12 Jul 2031 | Saturday | Independence Day |
12 Jul 2023
Wednesday · Independence Day
12 Jul 2024
Friday · Independence Day
12 Jul 2025
Saturday · Independence Day
12 Jul 2026
Sunday · Independence Day
12 Jul 2027
Monday · Independence Day
12 Jul 2028
Wednesday · Independence Day
12 Jul 2029
Thursday · Independence Day
12 Jul 2030
Friday · Independence Day
12 Jul 2031
Saturday · Independence Day