Laos country guide: capital, National Day, and colours (TR)
📍 Laos
Theme National Day 2026
Laos is marked on this page by the facts that stay useful all year: the capital is Vientiane, the national observance is National Day on 2 December, and the national colours are red and blue. Laos marks 2 December 1975, when the republic was proclaimed.
Capital and region (TR)
Vientiane is the capital. Laos sits in the Asian time region, on the Asia/Vientiane clock. National ceremonies for National Day are centred there.
The national day
The next National Day is Wednesday, 2 December 2026. Laos marks 2 December 1975, when the republic was proclaimed. Locally it is called Wan Sathalanalat. 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 blue. Streets, schools and public buildings use them on National Day. The image on this page is an original ToolSphare poster painted in those colours.
Independence Day FAQs
What is the capital of Laos?
The capital is Vientiane.
When is the next National Day?
The next date is Wednesday, 2 December 2026.
What are the national colours?
The national colours are red and blue.
What does the national day mark?
Laos marks 2 December 1975, when the republic was proclaimed.
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