According to the government, the festivities on August 27 will begin at 8:30 a.m. with a wreath-laying ceremony at the "Grieving Mother" monument in the "Eternity" memorial complex. At 9:30 a.m., flowers will be laid at the monument to Stephen the Great. The main program will continue at the Great National Assembly Square, where a military parade will begin at 4:30 p.m. More than 2,000 military personnel will participate, including representatives from nine partner countries, as well as more than 100 pieces of military and specialized equipment. At 6:00 p.m., a concert featuring Moldovan performers of folk and contemporary music will begin on the square. Festive events will also take place in all regions of the country. The Republic of Moldova declared its independence on August 27, 1991, when the parliament adopted the Declaration of Independence. // 26.08.2026 — InfoMarket.