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X-WR-CALNAME:Sweden Public Holidays 1997
X-WR-CALDESC:Public holidays in Sweden for 1997.
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UID:New Year's Day-1997-01-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T041454Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19970101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19970102
SUMMARY:Nyårsdagen
DESCRIPTION:New Year’s Day (Nyårsdagen\, 1 January) marks the start of the year in Sweden. After the late-night celebrations\, the country slows down: many people sleep in\, visit family\, take winter walks\, and enjoy a calm reset. Most shops and public services are closed or run on reduced hours.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/sweden/1997
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Epiphany-1997-01-06@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T041454Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19970106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19970107
SUMMARY:Trettondedag jul
DESCRIPTION:Epiphany (Trettondedag jul\, 6 January) closes Sweden’s Christmas season. The day has Christian roots (the visit of the Magi)\, and in Sweden it’s often associated with quiet church services\, winter concerts\, and the last round of holiday gatherings before everyday life returns.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/sweden/1997
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Good Friday-1997-03-28@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T041454Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19970328
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19970329
SUMMARY:Långfredagen
DESCRIPTION:Good Friday (Långfredagen) is one of Sweden’s most reflective public holidays\, commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus. The tone is traditionally calm and subdued\, with many services held in churches. It’s also the start of the long Easter break\, when travel and family time pick up across the country.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/sweden/1997
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Easter Sunday-1997-03-30@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T041454Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19970330
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19970331
SUMMARY:Påskdagen
DESCRIPTION:Easter Sunday (Påskdagen) is a major Christian holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus. In Sweden it’s also closely tied to spring traditions: families decorate with birch twigs and feathers (påskris)\, children may dress up as “Easter witches” (påskkärringar) for sweets\, and shared meals are common.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/sweden/1997
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Easter Monday-1997-03-31@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T041454Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19970331
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19970401
SUMMARY:Annandag påsk
DESCRIPTION:Easter Monday (Annandag påsk) extends the Easter celebrations with a slower\, more relaxed day off. Many Swedes use it for outings\, visiting relatives\, or simply enjoying the first real signs of spring before the work week resumes.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/sweden/1997
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:International Workers' Day-1997-05-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T041454Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19970501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19970502
SUMMARY:Första maj
DESCRIPTION:International Workers’ Day (Första maj\, 1 May) is a nationwide public holiday focused on workers’ rights and social issues. In many cities you’ll see demonstrations\, speeches\, and union marches-alongside a very Swedish bonus: it often feels like the first “proper” spring day for picnics and outdoor time.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/sweden/1997
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Ascension Day-1997-05-08@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T041454Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19970508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19970509
SUMMARY:Kristi himmelsfärdsdag
DESCRIPTION:Ascension Day (Kristi himmelsfärdsdag) is observed 40 days after Easter and is a public holiday in Sweden. Many people treat it as a long-weekend opportunity for travel\, hiking\, or opening the summer cottage season\, while churches mark the day with services.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/sweden/1997
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Pentecost-1997-05-18@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T041454Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19970518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19970519
SUMMARY:Pingstdagen
DESCRIPTION:Pentecost (Pingstdagen) commemorates the Christian belief in the descent of the Holy Spirit. It falls on a Sunday and is still an official public holiday in Sweden. Historically it was associated with confirmations and weddings\; today\, many simply enjoy a calm Sunday with family and the outdoors.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/sweden/1997
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Whit Monday-1997-05-19@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T041454Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19970519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19970520
SUMMARY:Annandag Pingst
DESCRIPTION:This is a public holiday in Sweden.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/sweden/1997
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Midsummer Eve-1997-06-20@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T041454Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19970620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19970621
SUMMARY:Midsommarafton
DESCRIPTION:Midsummer Eve (Midsommarafton) is one of Sweden’s biggest celebrations\, even though it is not an official public holiday. Many workplaces close early or take the day off\, and the festivities-maypole dancing\, flower crowns\, summer food\, and long bright evenings-often happen on Friday before Midsummer Day.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/sweden/1997
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Midsummer Day-1997-06-21@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T041454Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19970621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19970622
SUMMARY:Midsommardagen
DESCRIPTION:Midsummer Day (Midsommardagen) is one of Sweden’s most iconic celebrations and a public holiday. Observed on a Saturday between 20 and 26 June\, it features maypoles (midsommarstång)\, flower crowns\, traditional dancing\, and classic foods like pickled herring\, potatoes with dill\, strawberries\, and schnapps songs.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/sweden/1997
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:All Saints' Day-1997-11-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T041454Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19971101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19971102
SUMMARY:Alla helgons dag
DESCRIPTION:All Saints’ Day (Alla helgons dag) is a public holiday observed on a Saturday between 31 October and 6 November. It’s one of Sweden’s most moving traditions: people visit cemeteries and light candles for loved ones\, creating a warm glow across autumn-dark evenings.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/sweden/1997
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:Christmas Eve-1997-12-24@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T041454Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19971224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19971225
SUMMARY:Julafton
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Eve (Julafton) is not an official public holiday\, but it is culturally the main Christmas celebration in Sweden. Families gather for festive meals\, exchange gifts\, and many watch classic Christmas TV traditions. Workplaces often close early\, and the evening sets the tone for the whole season.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/sweden/1997
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Christmas Day-1997-12-25@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T041454Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19971225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19971226
SUMMARY:Juldagen
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Day (Juldagen\, 25 December) is a quiet\, family-centered public holiday in Sweden. After the big celebrations on Christmas Eve\, the 25th is typically calm-resting at home\, visiting close relatives\, and for some attending church. Many businesses remain closed.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/sweden/1997
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:St. Stephen's Day-1997-12-26@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T041454Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19971226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19971227
SUMMARY:Annandag jul
DESCRIPTION:St. Stephen’s Day (Annandag jul\, 26 December) continues the Christmas holiday period. It’s often a relaxed day for visiting friends and family\, enjoying winter walks\, and watching holiday sports-while Sweden stays in “slow mode” before New Year’s.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/sweden/1997
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:New Year's Eve-1997-12-31@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260430T041454Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:19971231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19980101
SUMMARY:Nyårsafton
DESCRIPTION:New Year’s Eve (Nyårsafton) is not an official public holiday\, but it is widely celebrated across Sweden. People gather for dinners and countdown parties\, with fireworks at midnight in many places. Many restaurants and venues are busy\, while public services may run on holiday schedules.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/sweden/1997
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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