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X-WR-CALNAME:Norway Public Holidays 2026
X-WR-CALDESC:Public holidays in Norway for 2026.
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UID:New Year's Day-2026-01-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T061425Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260102
SUMMARY:Første nyttårsdag
DESCRIPTION:New Year’s Day (Nyttårsdag\, 1 January) starts the year in Norway with a slow\, quiet rhythm after the holiday season. Many people spend the day with family\, recover from New Year’s Eve celebrations\, and enjoy winter walks in snowy neighborhoods or forests. It’s a calm reset before schools and workplaces fully return.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/norway/2026
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UID:Maundy Thursday-2026-04-02@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T061425Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260402
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260403
SUMMARY:Skjærtorsdag
DESCRIPTION:Maundy Thursday (Skjærtorsdag\, date varies) marks the beginning of Easter’s most important days in Norway. It is traditionally linked to church services and reflection\, but for many Norwegians it also signals the start of the long Easter break. Families often travel to cabins (hytte)\, head to the mountains\, and begin the famous Norwegian Easter holiday routines.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/norway/2026
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UID:Good Friday-2026-04-03@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T061425Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260404
SUMMARY:Langfredag
DESCRIPTION:Good Friday (Langfredag\, date varies) is one of Norway’s most solemn public holidays. Churches hold services focusing on the Passion story\, and the day has a quieter tone than the rest of the Easter weekend. Even for non-religious families\, it remains a day of rest\, closed shops\, and a slower pace across the country.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/norway/2026
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UID:Easter Sunday-2026-04-05@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T061425Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260405
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260406
SUMMARY:Første påskedag
DESCRIPTION:Easter Sunday (Første påskedag\, date varies) is a major Christian holiday celebrating Easter. In Norway it is also a public holiday that often takes place during cabin trips\, ski outings\, and family meals. Many people associate Easter with spring snow\, cross-country skiing\, oranges\, chocolate\, and the traditional Easter crime stories (påskekrim).
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/norway/2026
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UID:Easter Monday-2026-04-06@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T061425Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260407
SUMMARY:Andre påskedag
DESCRIPTION:Easter Monday (Andre påskedag\, date varies) extends the long Easter weekend and is widely used for travel home\, relaxed family time\, and outdoor activities. For many\, it’s the last day of the ‘Easter break feeling’-a final quiet day before normal routines resume.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/norway/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Labour Day-2026-05-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T061425Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260502
SUMMARY:Første mai
DESCRIPTION:Labour Day (Første mai\, 1 May) celebrates workers’ rights and the labour movement in Norway. Cities host parades\, speeches\, and gatherings organized by unions and political groups. It is both a day of civic tradition and a springtime holiday when people enjoy the first warmer weeks of the year.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/norway/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Ascension Day-2026-05-14@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T061425Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260515
SUMMARY:Kristi himmelfartsdag
DESCRIPTION:Ascension Day (Kristi himmelfartsdag\, date varies) is observed 40 days after Easter and offers another nationwide day off in late spring. Some attend church services\, while many use the holiday for hiking\, travel\, or spending time outdoors. It often creates a popular ‘long weekend’ and is seen as a gentle preview of summer.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/norway/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Constitution Day-2026-05-17@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T061425Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
SUMMARY:Syttende mai
DESCRIPTION:Constitution Day (Syttende mai\, 17 May) is Norway’s biggest national celebration\, marking the signing of the constitution in 1814. Unlike many countries\, the day is famous for children’s parades (barnetog)\, flags everywhere\, marching bands\, and community pride. People dress up-often in bunad\, the national costume-and enjoy hot dogs\, ice cream\, and festive gatherings across the country.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/norway/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Pentecost-2026-05-24@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T061425Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260525
SUMMARY:Første pinsedag
DESCRIPTION:Pentecost Sunday (Første pinsedag\, date varies) commemorates Pentecost in the Christian tradition and is a public holiday in Norway. While it is quieter than Constitution Day or Christmas\, it still shapes the calendar: many people enjoy a peaceful day with family\, nature walks\, or cabin stays as late spring turns toward summer.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/norway/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Whit Monday-2026-05-25@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T061425Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526
SUMMARY:Andre pinsedag
DESCRIPTION:Whit Monday (Andre pinsedag\, date varies) continues the Pentecost holiday with a second day off. It’s a classic Norwegian ‘extra day’ for rest and outdoor time-often used for short trips\, gardening\, or simply taking advantage of longer daylight. For many families\, it feels like a small break before the summer season begins in earnest.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/norway/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Christmas Day-2026-12-25@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T061425Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261226
SUMMARY:Første juledag
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Day (Første juledag\, 25 December) is one of Norway’s most cherished holidays and is usually spent quietly with close family. After the big celebrations on Christmas Eve\, the 25th is often calmer: traditional meals\, church services for some\, and time at home while winter darkness and candlelight set the mood.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/norway/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:St. Stephen's Day-2026-12-26@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T061425Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261227
SUMMARY:Andre juledag
DESCRIPTION:St. Stephen’s Day (Andre juledag\, 26 December) extends the Christmas season. Many Norwegians visit relatives and friends\, enjoy leftovers\, and take winter walks or ski trips. It’s a relaxed holiday focused on togetherness\, marking the gentle continuation of Christmas before the New Year approaches.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/norway/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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