In accordance with the Public Holidays (Amendment) Act, No. 23 of 2019, the Cabinet of Antigua has officially announced that Independence Day celebrations will be rescheduled to Monday, November 3rd. This decision comes into effect as the first day of November, the original date for Independence Day, falls on a weekend this year. The Act stipulates that when November 1st lands on a Saturday or Sunday, the following Monday shall be observed as the public holiday, with all official ceremonies and festivities taking place on that day. The Cabinet has confirmed that the Independence Ceremonial Parade and the Annual Independence Food Fair will be held on November 3rd, ensuring that the nation’s anniversary of independence is celebrated with the customary grandeur and public participation. The revised calendar of events for the Independence Anniversary will reflect this adjustment, allowing citizens and visitors alike to partake in the festivities. This move underscores the government’s commitment to preserving national traditions while accommodating practical scheduling considerations.