Public Holidays in Faroe Islands (2026)
15 public holidays and 2 observances in 2026.
Overview
- Country
- Faroe Islands
- Year
- 2026
- Public Holidays
- 15
- Observances
- 2
- Next Holiday
- Flag Day (Fri, Apr 24)
All Holidays (2026)
Public holidays are official days off when most businesses and government offices are closed. Observances are widely recognized occasions, but businesses typically remain open.
| Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, Jan 1 | New Year's Day | Public |
| Thu, Apr 2 | Maundy Thursday | Public |
| Fri, Apr 3 | Good Friday | Public |
| Sun, Apr 5 | Easter Sunday | Public |
| Mon, Apr 6 | Easter Monday | Public |
| Fri, Apr 24 | Flag Day | Public |
| Fri, May 1 | Great Prayer Day | Public |
| Thu, May 14 | Ascension Day | Public |
| Sun, May 24 | Pentecost | Public |
| Mon, May 25 | Whit Monday | Public |
| Fri, Jun 5 | Constitution Day | Public |
| Tue, Jul 28 | St.Olav's Eve | Observance |
| Wed, Jul 29 | St.Olav's Day | Observance |
| Thu, Dec 24 | Christmas Eve | Public |
| Fri, Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public |
| Sat, Dec 26 | Boxing Day | Public |
| Thu, Dec 31 | New Year's Eve | Public |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many public holidays does Faroe Islands have in 2026?
- Faroe Islands has 15 public holidays in 2026.
- What is the next public holiday in Faroe Islands?
- The next public holiday is Flag Day on Fri, Apr 24.
- What is the difference between a public holiday and an observance in Faroe Islands?
- A public holiday is an official day off when most businesses are closed. An observance is a widely recognized occasion, but businesses typically remain open.