November 28 marks Panama's independence from Spain in 1821, one of the most significant dates in the nation's calendar of Fiestas Patrias. The capital honors the occasion with patriotic parades, marching bands, folkloric groups and civic ceremonies that close out Panama's vibrant month of national celebrations.
Throughout the day, school and community delegations march through Panama City's streets accompanied by drums, brass and traditional dress, while flags and national colors decorate homes and businesses across the country. The atmosphere is festive, proud and family-oriented.
For visitors, late November is an ideal time to experience Panamanian patriotism at its fullest, as the independence festivities cap a season that also includes the November 3 and 4 celebrations earlier in the month.
