What is Philippines Independence Day? Why do we recognized or celebrate the Philippines Independence Day? Independence Day is a day when many people,including government officials,employees and students,participate in nationwide parades.However, the main highlight is the police and military parade in manila headed by a speech and 21-gun salute.Many Filipinos spend the day in parks and malls.Many Filipino communities in order countries also observe the nations Independence Day celebrations.Its has been a century and two decades since Emilio Aguinaldo proclaimed Philippine Independence Day on June 12,1898 after being colonized by the Spaniards for more than three centuries. Public life the Philippine's Independence Day is a national holiday so government offices are closed.There are absolutely no classes in all schools.Many business establishments are closed excep