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X-WR-CALNAME:Sweden Public Holidays 2026
X-WR-CALDESC:Public holidays in Sweden for 2026.
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UID:New Year's Day-2026-01-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081304Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260102
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Epiphany-2026-01-06@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081304Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260107
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Good Friday-2026-04-03@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081304Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260404
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Easter Sunday-2026-04-05@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081304Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260405
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260406
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Easter Monday-2026-04-06@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081304Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260407
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:International Workers' Day-2026-05-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081304Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260502
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Ascension Day-2026-05-14@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081304Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260515
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Pentecost-2026-05-24@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081304Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260525
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:National Day of Sweden-2026-06-06@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081304Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607
SUMMARY:Sveriges nationaldag
DESCRIPTION:Sweden’s National Day (Sveriges nationaldag\, 6 June) celebrates Swedish identity\, flag traditions\, and modern citizenship ceremonies. The day is marked by concerts\, local festivities\, and official events-often with blue-and-yellow flags\, music\, and a relaxed early-summer atmosphere.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/sweden/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Midsummer Eve-2026-06-19@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081304Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260620
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Midsummer Day-2026-06-20@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081304Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260621
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:All Saints' Day-2026-10-31@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081304Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261031
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Christmas Eve-2026-12-24@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081304Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261225
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Christmas Day-2026-12-25@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081304Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261226
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:St. Stephen's Day-2026-12-26@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081304Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261227
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:New Year's Eve-2026-12-31@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081304Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270101
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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