Marine Corps Birthday
The Marine Corps Birthday on 10 November marks the founding of the Continental Marines in 1775, celebrated by US Marines with balls and a cake ceremony.
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About the day
The United States Marine Corps Birthday on 10 November commemorates the founding of the Continental Marines by the Continental Congress on 10 November 1775. Tun Tavern in Philadelphia, where recruiting took place, is considered the birthplace of the Marines. In 1921 General John Archer Lejeune began the tradition of publishing a birthday reminder to all Marine commands.
Marines honour the day with birthday balls and banquets, a tradition that grew from 1923 onwards, and a formal cake cutting ceremony dating from 1952 in which the first piece goes to the oldest Marine present and the second to the youngest. Others thank Marines for their service using #MarineCorpsBirthday.
The day suits veterans' organisations, military family charities, defence employers, hospitality venues hosting balls and local media.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Tuesday 10 November 2026 | USA | Same date every year |
| 2027 | Wednesday 10 November 2027 | USA | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Friday 10 November 2028 | USA | Same date every year |
Sectors this day suits
Types of business that could link their activity to this day.
- Veterans' organisations
- Military charities
- Defence employers
- Hospitality
- Local media
Questions and answers
When is Marine Corps Birthday 2026?
Marine Corps Birthday 2026 is on Tuesday 10 November 2026. It falls on the same date every year.
Who organises Marine Corps Birthday?
Marine Corps Birthday is organised by United States Marine Corps.
Where is Marine Corps Birthday marked?
Marine Corps Birthday is marked in the USA.
Where do these details come from?
We checked these details against one source, including National Day Calendar: United States Marine Corps Birthday. They were last checked on 7 November 2026.
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