Wallis and Futuna Territory Day is a public holiday celebrated on July 29th each year in the Territory of the Wallis and Futuna Islands. The day commemorates the islands becoming a French overseas territory in 1961. The holiday is celebrated with parades, festivals, traditional dancing, singing, and lots of food. Smoke meats, taro, and breadfruit are some of the traditional foods served during the festivities. The cultural aspects of the holiday are highlighted through the traditional dances and songs performed by the locals. The holiday is an opportunity for the people of Wallis and Futuna to celebrate their unique culture and heritage.