Faroe Islands Holiday Summary

Public Holidays

New Year's Day: January 1. Like all over the world, the Faroe Islands people will celebrate the arrival of the new year on this day and gather with family and friends.

Good Friday: The date varies from year to year, depending on the date of Easter. This is an important Christian festival commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.

Easter: The date varies from year to year, depending on the date of Easter. Easter is one of the most important Christian festivals, celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Ascension Day: The date varies from year to year, depending on the date of Easter. Commemorates the ascension of Jesus Christ.

Midsummer: Usually in late June, the specific date varies from year to year. This is a traditional Nordic festival, people will hold bonfire parties, singing and dancing and other celebrations.

Christmas: December 25. Like all over the world, the Faroe Islands celebrate Christmas on this day and spend quality time with family and friends.

Boxing Day: December 26. This is the day after Christmas and is also a public holiday.

Special holidays

Ólavsøka: Around July 29 every year.
It is the biggest festival in the Faroe Islands and the national day of the Faroe Islands.

Fishermen's Day (Sjómannadagurin): The first Saturday of June every year. Fishing is the mainstay of the Faroe Islands, and Fishermen's Day is to pay tribute to fishermen.

Wool Festival (Ullinsdagur): May every year. Wool Festival is a traditional festival in the Faroe Islands that celebrates the wool harvest.

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