independence day was first celebrated in
The Story of Independence Day and Americaâs Birthday And although the signing of the Declaration was not completed until August, the 4th of July has been accepted as the official anniversary of United States independence. The first Independence Day celebration took place the following year â July 4 1777. By the early 1800s the traditions of parades, picnics, and fireworks were established as the way to celebrate Americaâs birthday.