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Declaration of Independence

Guide to the date, history, cultural origins and celebration traditions of Declaration of Independence in Colombia.

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History & Origins of Declaration of Independence

The Declaration of Independence in Colombia, celebrated on July 20th, commemorates the historic events of 1810 in Bogotá. Popularly known as the 'El Florero de Llorente' incident, a dispute over a borrowed flower vase sparked a popular revolt against Spanish administrators, leading to the signing of the Act of the Constitution of the Free State of Cundinamarca.

How It Is Observed & Celebrated

Colombians celebrate with grand military and police parades in major cities, flying the national yellow, blue, and red flag from houses, and hosting lively street festivals with traditional cumbia and vallenato music.

Quick Facts Card

Country: Colombia
Holiday Name: Declaration of Independence
Date (2026): July 20
Day (2026): Monday
Observance Type: Statutory
Observed In: National (Colombia)
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Date Reference Matrix (3-Year Range)

Year Calendar Date Day of the Week Status
2025 July 20, 2025 Sunday Official Statutory Day Off
2026 July 20, 2026 Current Year Monday Official Statutory Day Off
2027 July 20, 2027 Tuesday Official Statutory Day Off