Argentina Independence Day is observed annually on July 9. It is a national public holiday that marks the day when Argentina declared independence from Spain. Independence Day is a historically significant event for every country, and on this day Argentina organizes remarkable celebrations with patriotic events.
On July 9, 1816, the Congress of Tucumán declared the independence of the United Provinces of South America, the region the nation belonged to. Argentines take to the streets and participate in many different activities, from marches and concerts to public rallies and parades, to celebrate Argentina’s Independence Day. Anyone in Argentina or on another continent of the world can celebrate this holiday. To promote education among Argentine students many organizations and companies have established scholarships for Hispanic students.