Grenada National Day

Grenada National Day

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  1. 1974Independence from the United Kingdom
  2. 1967Associated statehood
  3. 1974First Independence Day

The story behind the day

Grenada celebrates Independence Day on 7 February, marking independence from the United Kingdom in 1974. The date is a key marker for the Spice Isle's modern statehood.

The holiday blends official ceremonies with strong community celebration. Schools, churches, cultural groups and village events help build a national atmosphere before and after the day.

Today St George's hosts parades and official events, while the island marks the day with flags, concerts, food fairs and national colours. Nutmeg, spice heritage and calypso are never far from the mood.

  1. 20267 February 2026 · Saturday
  2. 20277 February 2027 · Sunday
  3. 20287 February 2028 · Monday
The flag
Grenada flag

Grenada's flag has red, green and gold fields, seven stars and a nutmeg symbol. The stars represent the parishes, while the nutmeg points to the island's spice economy and identity.

Grenadian Independence food is spicy, fragrant and rooted in island produce.

What to eat

Oil downBreadfruit, salted meat, coconut milk and vegetables, the national dish
Callaloo soupLeafy green soup with coconut and seasoning
Jerk chickenSpiced grilled chicken common at outdoor events
Fried jacksFried dough served with fish or cheese
Cocoa tea breadLocal baking tied to cocoa culture
Nutmeg ice creamA sweet nod to the Spice Isle

What to drink

Rum punchClassic Caribbean party drink
MaubyTraditional bark drink
Cocoa teaWarm spiced cocoa drink
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Culture on National Day

Grenada's holiday highlights spice culture, music and the island's strong village networks.

St George's paradeThe capital hosts the main civic celebration
Nutmeg symbolThe spice appears on the flag and in food culture
Calypso and socaMusic links Independence with carnival traditions
National coloursRed, green and gold decorate schools, streets and homes