Nearly half (49%) of registered voters consider the Fourth of July to be one of the nation's most important holidays. The only higher ranking holidays are Christmas and Veterans Day. While the day carries deep significance for many voters, a small minority of just 12% view it as the least important, and about one third (35%) place the holiday somewhere in between.

The Partisan and Generational Divide

How Americans view Independence Day may depend on their political affiliation and age. More Republicans (63%) than Democrats (40%) or Independents (25%) say July 4th is the most important holiday.

Generational differences are equally stark. Older generations hold the holiday in much higher regard, with 62% of voters over the age of 65 calling it the most important holiday, compared to just 33% of voters under 35 who feel the same way.

Sparking Celebrations Across the Country

Despite differing opinions on where the holiday ranks in importance, the vast majority of Americans still plan to celebrate. Sixty-eight percent (68%) of voters say it is likely that they'll do something to celebrate the Fourth of July. Just over one quarter (28%) report that it is unlikely they will be participating in holiday festivities.

This data is from a Napolitan News Service survey of 1,000 Registered Voters conducted online by Scott Rasmussen, June 22-23, 2026. RMG Research, Inc., conducted the field work for the survey. It has a margin of error of +/- 3.1.