Public Holidays in Greenland 2008

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UkiortaaqPublic holiday
New Year's Day
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Take Jan 2, Jan 3, Jan 4, Jan 7 off
Days off: Jan 1–77-day weekend
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Kunngit pingasut ulluatObserved but not public holidayWeekend
Epiphany
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Take Jan 2, Jan 3, Jan 4, Jan 7 off
Days off: Jan 1–77-day weekend
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Sisamanngortoq illernartoqPublic holiday
Maundy Thursday
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Take Mar 19, Mar 25 off
Days off: Mar 19–257-day weekend
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Tallimanngorneq tannaartoqPublic holiday
Good Friday
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Poorskip ulluaPublic holidayWeekend
Easter Sunday
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Take Mar 19, Mar 25 off
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Poorskip-aappaaPublic holiday
Easter Monday
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TussiarfikPublic holiday
General Prayer Day
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QilaliarfikPublic holiday
Ascension Day
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AtuanngiffikObserved but not public holiday
Bank closing day
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Take Apr 30, May 5 off
Days off: Apr 30–May 56-day weekend
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PiinsiPublic holidayWeekend
Pentecost
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Piinsip-aappaaPublic holiday
Whit Monday
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Days off: May 9–135-day weekend
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UllortuneqPublic holidayWeekend
Ullortuneq
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Take Jun 20 off
Days off: Jun 20–223-day weekend
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JuulliaraqObserved but not public holiday
Christmas Eve
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Take Dec 23, Dec 29, Dec 30 off
Days off: Dec 23–Jan 110-day weekend
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Juullip ulluaPublic holiday
Christmas Day
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Take Dec 23, Dec 29, Dec 30 off
Days off: Dec 23–Jan 110-day weekend
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Juullip-aappaaPublic holiday
St. Stephen's Day
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Take Dec 23, Dec 29, Dec 30 off
Days off: Dec 23–Jan 110-day weekend
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UkiutoqaqObserved but not public holiday
New Year's Eve
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Public Holidays in Greenland

Ukiortaaq

1 Jan 2008

New Year's Day in Greenland is quiet and reflective after late-night celebrations. Communities slow down as people recover from fireworks and gatherings, often spending the day at home with family. Some cafes and local services may operate for limited hours, especially in larger towns.

Kunngit pingasut ulluat

6 Jan 2008

This is a public holiday in Greenland.

Sisamanngortoq illernartoq

20 Mar 2008

Maundy Thursday marks the beginning of the Easter period and has strong religious significance in Greenland’s Lutheran tradition. Church services are central to the day, and public life becomes noticeably calmer.

Tallimanngorneq tannaartoq

21 Mar 2008

Good Friday is observed with solemnity and respect, focusing on church attendance and quiet reflection. Social events are uncommon, and the day is largely reserved for rest and worship.

Poorskip ullua

23 Mar 2008

Easter Sunday is a joyful Christian celebration of the resurrection of Christ. Families gather for meals and church services. The day is peaceful rather than festive, with minimal commercial activity.

Poorskip-aappaa

24 Mar 2008

Easter Monday extends the holiday with a relaxed, family-oriented mood. Many people enjoy time outdoors when weather permits or visit relatives. Some cafes and small businesses may open briefly.

Tussiarfik

18 Apr 2008

Great Prayer Day reflects Greenland’s Lutheran heritage and is traditionally devoted to prayer and contemplation. Public life slows significantly, with limited shopping and services.

Qilaliarfik

1 May 2008

Ascension Day commemorates the ascension of Jesus Christ and is widely observed with church services. The pace of daily life is slow, and many people treat the day as a quiet break.

Atuanngiffik

2 May 2008

This is a public holiday in Greenland.

Piinsi

11 May 2008

This is a public holiday in Greenland.

Piinsip-aappaa

12 May 2008

Whit Monday provides an additional day of rest after Pentecost. Many people enjoy the extended break, spending time with family or relaxing at home.

Ullortuneq

21 Jun 2008

National Day (Ullortuneq) celebrates Greenlandic identity, culture, and self-rule. Even though it is not an official public holiday, it is one of the most culturally significant days of the year, with flags, traditional dress, music, speeches, and community events.

Juulliaraq

24 Dec 2008

Christmas Eve is one of the most important days of the year. Families gather after church services, singing hymns and sharing traditional meals. Many businesses close early as the focus shifts to family and tradition.

Juullip ullua

25 Dec 2008

Christmas Day is peaceful and family-centered. After the celebrations of Christmas Eve, the day is spent resting, visiting relatives, and enjoying the quiet winter atmosphere.

Juullip-aappaa

26 Dec 2008

This is a public holiday in Greenland.

Ukiutoqaq

31 Dec 2008

New Year’s Eve is celebrated with enthusiasm, fireworks, and social gatherings, often including two rounds of fireworks, one earlier in the evening and another at midnight. Shops and services typically close earlier in the day.

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