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Nationwide Flag Day Celebrations Mark Upcoming 250th Birthday

6/15/2026

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Communities across the United States held Flag Day events on Sunday, June 14, 2026, to mark the nation’s approaching 250th birthday.
Marion, Iowa featured a Civil War reenactment, a concert and a historic-flag parade while honoring the Iowa state flag’s 105th anniversary.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana hosted a parade, food and music with remarks from Robert Chapman and Maj. Vernon Thomas, while Waubeka, Wisconsin concluded its parade with a 9 p.m. fireworks display.

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Communities across the United States held Flag Day events on Sunday, June 14, 2026, to mark the nation’s approaching 250th birthday.
Marion, Iowa featured a Civil War reenactment, a concert and a historic-flag parade while honoring the Iowa state flag’s 105th anniversary.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana hosted a parade, food and music with remarks from Robert Chapman and Maj. Vernon Thomas, while Waubeka, Wisconsin concluded its parade with a 9 p.m. fireworks display.