Tuvalu Day in Tuvalu
In 2026, Tuvalu Day falls on Thursday, 1 October 2026.
Photo by Winston Chen on UnsplashUpdated 16 Jul 2026
About Tuvalu Day
Tuvalu Day commemorates the nation's independence from the United Kingdom, which was granted on October 1, 1978. It is a major public holiday marked by patriotic celebrations, traditional dancing, and communal feasts across the islands. The day honors the history and sovereignty of the Tuvaluan people.
Tuvalu Day dates in Tuvalu
Observance dates for Tuvalu Day across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 Oct 2023 | Sunday | Tuvalu Day |
| 2024 | 1 Oct 2024 | Tuesday | Tuvalu Day |
| 2025 | 1 Oct 2025 | Wednesday | Tuvalu Day |
| 2026This year | 1 Oct 2026 | Thursday | Tuvalu Day |
| 2027 | 1 Oct 2027 | Friday | Tuvalu Day |
| 2028 | 1 Oct 2028 | Sunday | Tuvalu Day |
| 2029 | 1 Oct 2029 | Monday | Tuvalu Day |
| 2030 | 1 Oct 2030 | Tuesday | Tuvalu Day |
| 2031 | 1 Oct 2031 | Wednesday | Tuvalu Day |
1 Oct 2023
Sunday · Tuvalu Day
1 Oct 2024
Tuesday · Tuvalu Day
1 Oct 2025
Wednesday · Tuvalu Day
1 Oct 2026
Thursday · Tuvalu Day
1 Oct 2027
Friday · Tuvalu Day
1 Oct 2028
Sunday · Tuvalu Day
1 Oct 2029
Monday · Tuvalu Day
1 Oct 2030
Tuesday · Tuvalu Day
1 Oct 2031
Wednesday · Tuvalu Day
