Flag Day is June 14, 2026
Flag Day 2026 was observed on Sunday, June 14, 2026. The day commemorates the adoption of the United States flag by the Continental Congress in 1777.
While it is not a federal holiday, it is an official flag-flying holiday where Americans are encouraged to display the U.S. flag. The President of the United States issues a proclamation officially declaring June 14 as Flag Day and the week of June 14 as National Flag Week.
Key celebrations and observances include:
- The Birthplace of Flag Day: The National Flag Day Foundation hosts an annual celebration featuring parades, veteran recognition, and fireworks in Waubeka, Wisconsin.
- National Constitution Center: Philadelphia’s Historic District honors the joint anniversary of the U.S. flag and the U.S. Army (also established on June 14) with opening ceremonies, historic reenactors, and flag-folding events