Trump removes MLK Day and Juneteenth from national parks calendar and adds his own birthday instead
President Trump has altered the National Park Service’s fee-free calendar. He removed two historically significant dates: Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth.
Both days commemorate pivotal moments in African American history and the struggle for civil rights. Their removal aligns with a broader administration pushback against Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
In their place, Trump has added his own birthday, June 14, which coincides with Flag Day. The day is now listed as “Flag Day/President Trump’s birthday” for free admission.
This change accompanies new “America-first pricing” rules. Under this policy, only U.S. residents will receive free entry on designated fee-free days.
International visitors will face higher costs. They must still pay on free days and may incur an extra $100 fee at eleven popular parks.
Annual pass prices will also reflect this disparity. For U.S. residents, the pass is $80, while international visitors will pay $250.
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum stated these measures ensure U.S. taxpayers enjoy affordable access, with international visitors contributing more to park maintenance. An additional change now allows an annual pass to cover two motorcycles instead of one.
