On which day is the last flag ceremony typically observed?

The last flag ceremony is traditionally observed on New Year's Eve. This ceremony marks the symbolic end of the year and involves lowering the flag in a ceremonial manner, reflecting on the past year and preparing for the new one. It serves as a way to honor the significance of the flag and the values it represents.

Observing the last flag ceremony on New Year’s Eve holds importance as it allows service members and civilians alike to reflect on their service and the freedoms they protect. Other options, while significant celebrations or memorials in their own right, such as Independence Day, Veterans Day, and Christmas Eve, do not traditionally mark the final lowering of the flag for the year. Each of these days may have their own ceremonies related to the flag but not specifically designated as the last of the year.