Liberation Day


Country Italy
Local Name Festa della Liberazione
Date Friday, 25th April, 2025
Type Public
Is Global true

About Liberation Day holiday in Italy


**Liberation Day in Italy (Festa della Liberazione)** is a national holiday celebrated annually on **April 25th**. It commemorates the end of Nazi occupation and fascist rule in Italy during World War II, marking the liberation of the country by Allied forces and Italian partisans in 1945. The day honors the resistance movement (Resistenza) that fought against fascism and the sacrifices made for freedom and democracy. Celebrations include parades, concerts, and public speeches, with many Italians visiting monuments and memorials dedicated to the fallen. It is a day of reflection on Italy's history, unity, and the values of liberty and justice. The holiday also serves as a reminder of the importance of resisting oppression and upholding democratic principles.