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2026 Svalbard and Jan Mayen Holidays

Explore the official 2026 holiday calendar for Svalbard and Jan Mayen, including public holidays, observances, and important national events.

Total Holidays

12

Holidays in 2026

Busiest Month

May

5 holidays

This Month

0

Holidays this month

Next Holiday

182 days away

About Svalbard and Jan Mayen holidays in 2026

In 2026, Svalbard and Jan Mayen observe a total of 12 holidays. The year begins with New Year's Day on January 1st. The spring months of April and May are particularly active, with several holidays including Easter observances, May Day, Ascension Day, Constitution Day, and Pentecost. The year concludes with Christmas Day and the Second day of Christmas in late December.

Holiday Distribution by Month

Holiday dates

DateDayHoliday Name
January 1, 2026ThursdayNew Year's Day
April 2, 2026ThursdayMaundy Thursday
April 3, 2026FridayGood Friday
April 5, 2026SundayEaster Sunday
April 6, 2026MondayEaster Monday
May 1, 2026FridayMay Day
May 14, 2026ThursdayAscension Day
May 17, 2026SundayConstitution Day
May 24, 2026SundayPentecost
May 25, 2026MondayWhit Monday
December 25, 2026FridayChristmas Day
December 26, 2026SaturdaySecond day of Christmas

Planning around Svalbard and Jan Mayen holidays in 2026

  • Observe that several holidays fall in close succession during April and May.
  • Note that the calendar is concentrated in the spring and late December.
  • Check the selected year for specific holiday dates, as they can vary.

Holiday patterns in 2026

The holiday calendar for Svalbard and Jan Mayen in 2026 shows a significant concentration of observances in the spring months of April and May. This period accounts for the majority of the year's holidays.

Following the spring cluster, the calendar becomes notably quiet for several months. The year concludes with a small grouping of holidays in late December, marking the end of the year.

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