Independence Day in Ecuador, also known as Día del Primer Grito de Independencia de Quito, is observed on 10 August. It commemorates Quito’s 1809 declaration against Spanish colonial rule and is recognised as an important moment in Ecuador’s path toward independence and national identity.

Event Suggestions:
• Exploring Ecuador’s independence history through maps, timelines and discussion
• Sharing Ecuadorian music, food, stories or cultural traditions with context
• Creating a display about Quito, national symbols and civic heritage