Mexican Independence Day is celebrated on September 16 each year, marking the beginning of Mexico's struggle for independence from Spanish rule. The movement started in 1810 when Miguel Hidalgo, a Catholic priest, issued the famous "Grito de Dolores," calling for the end of Spanish oppression. This day is recognized as a national holiday in Mexico, filled with festivities and patriotic displays. The celebration includes parades, fireworks, and traditional music, with many people gathering in public squares. In the evening, the President of Mexico reenacts Hidalgo's call to arms from the balcony of the National Palace in Mexico City, igniting national pride and unity among citizens.