The month of July is a time we celebrate the founding of Canada, American Independence, rights for Americans with disabilities and international friendship among countries and communities. Muslims also observe Eid al-Adha, a commemorative festival in mid-July, from sundown to sundown.

July 1

​​​​​​​Canada Day, or Fête du Canada

Canada Day is a Canadian federal holiday that recognizes the 1867 enactment of the Constitution Act, which established the three former British colonies of Canada, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick as a united nation called Canada.

Learn more about Canada Day here.

July 4

Independence Day (also known as the Fourth of July)

Independence Day is a United States federal holiday that celebrates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. The original 13 American colonies declared independence from Britain and established themselves as a new nation known as the United States of America.

Learn more about Independence Day and its history here.

July 19-20 (sundown to sundown)

Eid al-Adha

Eid al-Adha is an Islamic festival to commemorate the willingness of Ibrahim (also known as Abraham) to follow Allah’s (God’s) command to sacrifice his son, Ishmael. Muslims around the world observe this event.

Learn more about Eid-al-Adha here.

July 26

Disability Independence Day

Disability Independence Day celebrates the anniversary of the 1990 signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Learn more about Disability Independence Day here.

July 30

International Day of Friendship

The International Day of Friendship was proclaimed in 2011 by the U.N. General Assembly with the idea that friendship between peoples, countries, cultures and individuals can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities.

Learn more about International Day of Friendship here.