Independence Day (Dan nezavisnosti)
About
May 21 marks Montenegro's 2006 referendum restoring its independence. It is a two-day national public holiday with state ceremonies and flags across the country.
Highlights
- Commemorates the 2006 independence referendum
- Two-day national public holiday with civic ceremonies
- The dates are fixed in Montenegro's public-holiday law
Practical tips
- Public bodies and many offices close; essential public-interest services must continue.
- Do not assume a Kotor ceremony until the local programme is announced.
- Check transport and individual attraction hours before the holiday.
Sources and freshness
Checked on July 10, 2026. Next editorial review is due April 21, 2027; live programmes and access rules can still change.
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New Year's Holiday (Nova godina)
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