Independence Day 2025, 2026 and 2027 in Puerto Rico

Every 4 July is celebrated as Independence Day in Puerto Rico, just as it is all across the 50 U.S. states and Washington D.C.

Year	Date	Day	Holiday
2025	4 Jul	Fri	Independence Day
2026	4 Jul	Sat	Independence Day
2027	4 Jul	Sun	Independence Day
	5 Jul	Mon	Independence Day Holiday
Please scroll down to end of page for previous years' dates.

There is still disagreement among Puerto Ricans as to whether or not their commonwealth should seek its own independence, or perhaps, statehood within the US. This may be why 4 July is a bit more “low key” in Puerto Rico, but nonetheless, families get together, eat special meals, and often go out for a day at the beach.

Activities like the El Yunque Rainforest or touring the sites of Old San Juan, or any kind of “mini-vacation” type events, are very common on 4 July. And there is a fireworks, music, and food “party” at Plaza del Quinto Centenario in San Juan every year. Also, in San Juan, the Cattlemen’s Barbecue Competition will take place on 2 and 3 July. It’s a great place to get a taste of authentic Puerto Rican cuisine, especially the incredible roast pig on a spit called “lechon”.

Finally, many hotels and resorts in Puerto Rico will hold special events on and around Independence Day as well.

Previous Years

Year	Date	Day	Holiday
2024	4 Jul	Thu	Independence Day
2023	4 Jul	Tue	Independence Day