January 2025
1 holidayFørste nyttårsdag
National
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
New Year's Day marks the start of the Gregorian calendar year. It is a global holiday celebrated with festivities and resolutions for the year ahead.
Public holidays
Norway · 2026
12 holidays including 12 national and 0 regional observances.
12
Total
12
National
0
Regional
12
Public
Guide to public holidays in Norway
Overview, context, and quick answers for 2026.
Holiday overview
Norway observes 12 public holidays throughout 2026, including 12 national and 0 regional. 12 are official public holidays with government recognition.
Use the monthly calendar below for exact dates. Planning in Norway means tracking both fixed-date holidays and variable dates set by calendar or decree.
Key context
- — Location: Norway (NO), Europe
- — Distribution: 100% national, 0% regional
- — Official public: 100% of listed holidays
- — Year: 2026 (Gregorian)
Why this calendar matters
Public holidays affect government hours, banking, and many businesses. Use this list to avoid conflicts and plan travel or operations in Norway.
FAQ in this guide
How many public holidays does Norway have in 2026?
Norway has 12 public holidays in 2026, including 12 national and 0 regional. 12 are official government-recognized public holidays.
What are the most important holidays in Norway?
Major holidays include national days, religious observances, and cultural events—often with closures for government offices, banks, and many businesses.
Do holidays in Norway affect business?
Yes. Many offices and banks close or reduce hours on public holidays; private businesses vary by sector and region.
Are there regional differences?
Yes. Norway has both nationwide holidays and regional observances in specific areas or communities.
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Geographic & cultural context
Location
- Country: Norway (NO)
- Continent: Europe
- Coordinates: 60.472, 8.4689
- Time zone: CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2)
Holiday mix
- National, regional, religious, and cultural
- Gregorian calendar
- Official days often close government offices
2026
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Holidays by month
All observances for 2026, grouped by month.
April 2025
4 holidaysSkjærtorsdag
National
Thursday, April 17, 2025
Maundy Thursday commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with the Apostles. It is observed during Holy Week as part of the Easter Triduum.
Langfredag
National
Friday, April 18, 2025
Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. It is a solemn day observed during Holy Week.
Første påskedag
National
Sunday, April 20, 2025
Easter Sunday celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. It is the central religious feast in the Christian liturgical year.
Andre påskedag
National
Monday, April 21, 2025
Easter Monday follows Easter Sunday and is a public holiday in many countries. It is a day for relaxation and continuation of Easter celebrations.
May 2025
3 holidaysFørste mai
National
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Labour Day celebrates the social and economic achievements of the labor movement. It is a day of rest and demonstrations for workers' rights.
Syttende mai
National
Saturday, May 17, 2025
Constitution Day commemorates the signing of a country's constitution. It is a day of national pride and celebration of the country's founding principles.
Kristi himmelfartsdag
National
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Ascension Day commemorates Jesus Christ's ascension into heaven. It is celebrated 40 days after Easter.
June 2025
2 holidaysFørste pinsedag
National
Sunday, June 8, 2025
Pentecost commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles. It is celebrated on the seventh Sunday after Easter.
Andre pinsedag
National
Monday, June 9, 2025
Whit Monday, also known as Pentecost Monday, follows Pentecost Sunday. It is a public holiday in many countries.
December 2025
2 holidaysFørste juledag
National
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Christmas Day celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. It is a major holiday celebrated on December 25th.
Andre juledag
National
Friday, December 26, 2025
St. Stephen's Day is observed on December 26th. It commemorates Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr.
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Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays are there in Norway?
Norway has 12 public holidays in 2026, including 12 national and 0 regional observances.
Are all holidays in Norway national?
No. There are 12 national holidays and 0 regional holidays that apply only in certain areas.
Which are official public holidays?
12 holidays are marked as public; these are typically the most important for closures and time off.
When do holidays occur?
Dates are spread across the year—see the monthly calendar above for each exact date in 2026.
Do all businesses close?
Government offices usually close on official public holidays; private businesses vary by sector and region.
How do I stay updated?
Bookmark this page. We refresh data from official sources as schedules are published or amended.
Data summary
Structured overview for this country and year.
12
Total
Listed holidays
12
National
Country-wide
0
Regional
Local
12
Public
Official type
Dataset details
Geography
- Country: Norway (NO)
- Continent: Europe
- Coordinates: 60.472, 8.4689
- Time zone: CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2)
Time
- Year: 2026
- Calendar: Gregorian
- Reference date: 2026-03-29
Norway · 2026
12 dates for planning operations, travel, and time off in Norway.
12
Total
12
National
0
Regional
12
Public
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