Internal Autonomy Day is observed on
June 29 every year in French Polynesia. It honours Tahitian and French
Polynesian self-rule. Additionally, it marks the annexation of the Kingdom of
Tahiti and the handover of control to France by King Pomare V. While many
political parties celebrate the day with festivities, some also believe it should
be a day of mourning instead. Nonetheless, celebrations happen mainly in the
national capital of Papeete and include parades, entertainment, and concerts.
The actual date French Polynesia achieved internal autonomy was September 6,
1984.
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