[8] As a result of its approval by the Bayar government, State Flag Day was celebrated for the first time on July 10 the following year during the inauguration of President Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj.

The annual military parade of Mongolian Armed Forces on the southern part of Sükhbaatar Square is the main event during State Flag Day.

As the President receives the salute, then a car carrying a color guard from the National Defense University takes its place in the parade to the tune of the Tugiin March.

The parade consists of officers and personnel of the various units and service academies of the military, as well as the General Authority for Border Protection, the Internal Troops, and the National Emergency Management Agency.

[15] During the commemorative Naadam festival that takes place the next day, a traditional opening ceremony is held at the National Sports Stadium in the presence of the President, which includes a military parade.