Public holidays in Sweden
In Sweden, public holidays are commonly referred to as 'red days' ('röda dagar'). Here's a guide to all the official public holidays in Sweden in 2026.
Swedish celebration
Sweden has celebrated its National Day on 6 June since 1983.
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1 January: New Year's Day.
6 January: Epiphany.
3 April: Good Friday.
- Easter in Sweden is a true foodie celebration. The main day is Easter Eve (4 April), when children dress up as witches and go door to door in search of sweets. Read more about Easter in Sweden.
5 April: Easter Sunday.
6 April: Easter Monday.
1 May: May Day.
14 May: Ascension Day.
6 June: Sweden's National Day.
20 June: Midsummer Day.
- Note: Midsummer Eve (19 June) is when the big celebrations take place, even though 20 June is the official 'red day'. Learn how to celebrate Midsummer like a Swede.
1 November: All Saints' Day.
25 December: Christmas Day.
- Did you know that Swedes celebrate Christmas on 24 December? Here's everything you need to know about Christmas in Sweden.
26 December: St. Stephen's Day (Boxing Day).
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