Triumph of the Revolution is celebrated on January 1 every year to commemorate the victory of the revolutionaries led by Fidel Castro. This day is also known as Liberation Day. The day highlights military parades, revolutionary poster marches, concerts, and fireworks all over Cuba. In 1953, The Cuban Revolution was an armed rebellion against the military dictatorship of Cuban President Fulgencio Batista. It ended in 1959 with the triumph of the revolutionaries and the fleeing of the dictator to the U.S. as Castro established his government in Cuba.
Triumph of the Revolution – History
The day marks the celebration in Cuba of the anniversary of the victory of the revolution led by Fidel Castro in 1959 which established the present government in Cuba. President Fulgencio Batista fled the country on 31 December 1958.
World Day of Peace – January 1, 2024
Triumph of the Revolution – Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | January 1 | Monday |
| 2025 | January 1 | Wednesday |
| 2026 | January 1 | Thursday |
| 2027 | January 1 | Friday |
| 2028 | January 1 | Saturday |
Universal Hour of Peace – January 1, 2024
Public holidays in Cuba
| Date | English Name | Local Name |
|---|---|---|
| January 1 | Liberation Day | Día de la Liberación |
| January 2 | Victory Day | Día de la Victoria |
| date varies | Good Friday | Viernes Santo |
| May 1 | International Workers’ Day | Día de los trabajadores |
| July 25 | Day before the Commemoration of the Assault on the Moncada Garrison | Conmemoración del asalto a Moncada |
| July 26 | Commemoration of the Assault on the Moncada Garrison (Official name means “Day of the National Rebellion”) | Día de la Rebeldía Nacional |
| July 27 | Day after the Commemoration of the Assault on the Moncada Garrison | Conmemoración del asalto a Moncada |
| October 10 | Independence Day | Día de la Independencia |
| December 25 | Christmas Day | Navidad |
FAQs
When does the celebration of the Triumph of the Revolution take place?
Triumph of the Revolution is held on January 1st in Cuba.