when is indonesia national day

Indonesia National Day, also known as Independence Day, is celebrated annually on August 17. It commemorates the proclamation of Indonesia's independence from Dutch colonial rule on August 17, 1945. The day is marked by nationwide ceremonies, including a flag hoisting ceremony at the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta and various community celebrations throughout the country. The holiday was established in 1946 and remains one of the most significant national holidays in Indonesia.