Denmark Public Holidays
Denmark observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.
Overview
Denmark observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.
Some holidays are observed nationwide, while others may apply only to specific regions or communities.
Explore the holiday calendar for Denmark by year below.
2026 holidays
A quick look at upcoming holidays in Denmark.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day |
| Apr 2 | Thursday | Maundy Thursday |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday |
| Apr 5 | Sunday | Easter Sunday |
| Apr 6 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| May 14 | Thursday | Ascension Day |
| May 15 | Friday | Bank closing day |
| May 24 | Sunday | Pentecost |
| May 25 | Monday | Whit Monday |
| Jun 5 | Friday | Constitution Day |
| Dec 24 | Thursday | Christmas Eve |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day |
| Dec 26 | Saturday | St. Stephen's Day |
| Dec 31 | Thursday | New Year's Eve |
Holiday calendar by year
Years are listed in ascending order.
About public holidays in Denmark
This guide provides an overview of public holidays in Denmark. Public holidays are days when many businesses and government offices are closed, and many people have the day off work. Some holidays are celebrated nationwide, while others may be observed regionally or by specific groups.
For a comprehensive understanding of what constitutes a public holiday, please refer to our definitions page. You can find a complete list of all observed holidays for Denmark in 2026.
Major public holidays in 2026
In 2026, Denmark observes a number of significant public holidays. These include religious observances and national celebrations.
Other holidays observed in 2026 include New Year's Eve, Maundy Thursday, Easter Sunday, Ascension Day, Bank closing day, Pentecost, and St. Stephen's Day. For a full list, please visit the Denmark 2026 holidays page.
- New Year's Day — 1 January 2026. Marks the start of the Gregorian calendar year.
- Good Friday — 3 April 2026. A solemn day commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus.
- Easter Monday — 6 April 2026. The day after Easter Sunday, often observed as a day of rest.
- Constitution Day — 5 June 2026. Celebrates the Danish Constitution.
- Christmas Eve — 24 December 2026. Traditionally a day for family gatherings and gift-giving.
- Christmas Day — 25 December 2026. A major Christian festival celebrating the birth of Jesus.
Planning around holidays
Danish public holidays are spread throughout the year, with a concentration in spring and late December. Many holidays fall on weekdays, and some, like Easter and Pentecost, are movable feasts that change dates annually. This can create opportunities for longer breaks, especially when holidays fall near a weekend.
- Spring: A cluster of holidays from April to June, including Easter-related days, Ascension Day, and Constitution Day, often allows for extended breaks.
- Winter: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and St. Stephen's Day create a significant holiday period at the end of the year.
- Movable Feasts: Be aware that holidays like Easter and Pentecost are based on the lunar calendar and their dates shift each year.
- Weekends: Always check the day of the week a holiday falls on to plan for potential long weekends.
Plan Your Year Around DK Holidays
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Explore public holidays in a visual calendar layout and plan ahead more easily.