How Many Days Until Independence Day (US)?

Independence Day, observed on July 4, commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, when the thirteen American colonies proclaimed separation from British rule. It is the national day of the United States and a federal public holiday. Celebrations typically include fireworks displays, parades, barbecues, concerts, and patriotic ceremonies. It is consistently one of the most widely celebrated US holidays, with local events in virtually every town and city across the country.