North Macedonia country guide: capital, Independence Day, and colours (BN)
📍 North Macedonia
Theme Independence Day 2027
North Macedonia is marked on this page by the facts that stay useful all year: the capital is Skopje, the national observance is Independence Day on 8 September, and the national colours are red and gold. North Macedonia's independence referendum was on 8 September 1991.
Capital and region (BN)
Skopje is the capital. North Macedonia sits in the European time region, on the Europe/Skopje clock. National ceremonies for Independence Day are centred there.
The national day
The next Independence Day is Wednesday, 8 September 2027. North Macedonia's independence referendum was on 8 September 1991. Locally it is called Den na nezavisnosta. The year on this page follows that next date, so it changes after the observance passes.
Colours and how the day looks
The national colours are red and gold. Streets, schools and public buildings use them on Independence Day. The image on this page is an original ToolSphare poster painted in those colours.
Independence Day FAQs
What is the capital of North Macedonia?
The capital is Skopje.
When is the next Independence Day?
The next date is Wednesday, 8 September 2027.
What are the national colours?
The national colours are red and gold.
What does the national day mark?
North Macedonia's independence referendum was on 8 September 1991.
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