Independence Day 2025
Independence Day 2025 falls on Friday, July 4. This creates a long weekend perfect for celebrations, travel, and family gatherings.
Exact Date
Long Weekend
Long Weekend Range: Friday, July 4 - Sunday, July 6, 2025
Since Independence Day 2025 falls on a Friday, it creates a natural three-day weekend from Friday through Sunday, making it perfect for travel and extended celebrations.
Independence Day 2025 is observed on Friday, July 4, creating a three-day weekend from Friday through Sunday. This is an ideal year for planning extended celebrations, as the holiday naturally creates a long weekend. The year 2025 marks the 249th anniversary of American independence.
How Independence Day is Observed
Independence Day is always observed on July 4. In 2025, July 4 falls on a Friday, creating a long weekend.
- Independence Day is always July 4, regardless of the year
- In 2025, July 4 falls on a Friday
- This creates a three-day weekend from Friday to Sunday
Friday holidays are particularly popular as they create natural long weekends without requiring additional time off.
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Last updated: 2025-10-21 — Compiled and reviewed by Calvin (Date & Time Research, FreeCalculators.app)