Independence Day is a public holiday in Brazil, known locally as Independência do Brasil.
In 2026 it falls on Monday 7 September; in 2027 on Tuesday 7 September.
The date is fixed, so only the weekday changes from year to year.
106 other countries in our calendar also have Independence Day as a public holiday.
Dates, 2025 to 2028
| Year | Date | Weekday | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 September | Sunday weekend | |
| 2026 | 7 September | Monday long weekend | |
| 2027 | 7 September | Tuesday | |
| 2028 | 7 September | Thursday |
Independence Day elsewhere
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