About the Event

Uganda celebrates its Independence Day on October 9th each year, marking its independence from the United Kingdom in 1962. The holiday is a national day observed with ceremonies, military parades, and other events that vary in location each year to promote national pride. Recent celebrations, including the 63rd anniversary in 2025, have taken place at locations like the Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, with events such as parades, patriotic music, and a focus on the theme of sustaining a united and progressive nation