Constitution Day in Slovakia commemorates the adoption of the Slovak Constitution in 1992, a pivotal step toward independence from Czechoslovakia. It remains a key national holiday, symbolizing sovereignty, democracy and the rights of Slovak citizens.

When is Constitution Day?

Constitution Day in Slovakia is celebrated every year on September 1.

The following is the list of Constitution Day from 2020 to 2049.

The History of Constitution Day?

After the fall of communism in 1989 during the Velvet Revolution, Czechoslovakia transitioned into a democracy. However, political and cultural differences between Czechs and Slovaks grew, with many Slovaks seeking greater autonomy.

On September 1, 1992, the Slovak National Council (parliament) adopted the Constitution of the Slovak Republic in Bratislava. This was a crucial step toward independence, as it provided the legal foundation for governing an independent state.

Just a few months later, Czechoslovak leaders Václav Klaus (Czech) and Vladimír Mečiar (Slovak) agreed on a peaceful split of Czechoslovakia.

On January 1, 1993, the Slovak Republic officially became an independent nation. The 1992 constitution became its founding legal document.

September 1 was designated as Constitution Day (Deň Ústavy Slovenskej republiky), honoring the adoption of the constitution. It is recognized as one of the country's most important state holidays, symbolizing the birth of Slovakia's democracy and sovereignty.