The Latin American country that celebrates its Independence Day on September 1 is Nicaragua. Nicaragua starts its independence festivities in September with an opening ceremony on September 1, leading up to the main events around mid- September, including receiving the torch of independence that travels through the region as part of the celebrations.

Most other Latin American countries celebrate their independence around mid- September, especially on September 15, such as Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua itself celebrates throughout the month. However, Nicaragua uniquely has a significant event marking the start of its celebrations on September 1.