Public Holidays in Greenland 2012

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UkiortaaqPublic holidayWeekend
New Year's Day
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Take Jan 2 off
Days off: Dec 31–Jan 23-day weekend
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Kunngit pingasut ulluatObserved but not public holiday
Epiphany
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Take Jan 5 off
Days off: Jan 5–84-day weekend
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Sisamanngortoq illernartoqPublic holiday
Maundy Thursday
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Take Apr 4, Apr 10 off
Days off: Apr 4–107-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 Apr 4, Apr 10 off
Days off: Apr 4–107-day weekend
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Poorskip-aappaaPublic holiday
Easter Monday
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TussiarfikPublic holiday
General Prayer Day
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Take May 3 off
Days off: May 3–64-day weekend
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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 May 16, May 21 off
Days off: May 16–216-day weekend
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PiinsiPublic holidayWeekend
Pentecost
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Take May 29 off
Days off: May 26–294-day weekend
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Piinsip-aappaaPublic holiday
Whit Monday
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Take May 29 off
Days off: May 26–294-day weekend
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UllortuneqPublic holiday
Ullortuneq
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Days off: Jun 16–249-day weekend
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JuulliaraqObserved but not public holiday
Christmas Eve
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Days off: Dec 21–Jan 112-day weekend
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Juullip ulluaPublic holiday
Christmas Day
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Days off: Dec 21–Jan 112-day weekend
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Juullip-aappaaPublic holiday
St. Stephen's Day
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Take Dec 21, Dec 27, Dec 28 off
Days off: Dec 21–Jan 112-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 2012

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 2012

This is a public holiday in Greenland.

Sisamanngortoq illernartoq

5 Apr 2012

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

6 Apr 2012

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

8 Apr 2012

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

9 Apr 2012

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

4 May 2012

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

17 May 2012

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

18 May 2012

This is a public holiday in Greenland.

Piinsi

27 May 2012

This is a public holiday in Greenland.

Piinsip-aappaa

28 May 2012

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 2012

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 2012

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 2012

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 2012

This is a public holiday in Greenland.

Ukiutoqaq

31 Dec 2012

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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