Holiday Calendar

Faroe Islands Public Holidays 2026

Q: What is the next public holiday in Faroe Islands?

The next public holiday in Faroe Islands is Pentecost on May 24, 2026.

Q: Is New Year's Day a national holiday in Faroe Islands?

Yes, New Year's Day is listed as an official public holiday in Faroe Islands in 2026.

Official national and public holidays for Faroe Islands in 2026.

The Faroe Islands emerge from the North Atlantic like a vision from another time — a volcanic archipelago of eighteen islands where vertiginous sea cliffs plunge into churning surf, turf-roofed houses cling to impossibly steep hillsides, and waterfalls dissolve into mist before reaching the sea. This self-governing territory of Denmark, located roughly halfway between Norway and Iceland, has become one…

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Pentecost

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Year

2026

Upcoming Holiday

Pentecost

Sunday, May 24, 2026

In 3 days

Date	Local Name	English Name	Type
Jan 1, 2026 Thursday	Nýggjársdagur	New Year's Day	Public
Apr 2, 2026 Thursday	Skírhósdagur	Maundy Thursday	Public
Apr 3, 2026 Friday	Langifríggjadagur	Good Friday	Public
Apr 5, 2026 Sunday	Páskadagur	Easter Sunday	Public
Apr 6, 2026 Monday	2. Páskadagur	Easter Monday	Public
Apr 25, 2026 Saturday	Flaggdagur	National Flag Day	Public
May 1, 2026 Friday	Dýri biðidagur	General Prayer Day	Public
May 14, 2026 Thursday	Kristi himmalsferðar dagur	Ascension Day	Public
May 24, 2026 Sunday	Hvítasunnudagur	Pentecost	Public
May 25, 2026 Monday	2. Hvítasunnudagur	Whit Monday	Public
Jun 5, 2026 Friday	Grundlógardagur Danmarkar	Constitution Day	Public
Jul 28, 2026 Tuesday	Ólavsøkuaftan	Saint Olav's Eve	Public
Jul 29, 2026 Wednesday	Ólavsøkudagur	Saint Olav's Day	Public
Dec 24, 2026 Thursday	Jólaaftanskvøld	Christmas Eve	Public
Dec 25, 2026 Friday	Jóladagur	Christmas Day	Public
Dec 26, 2026 Saturday	2. Jóladagur	St. Stephen's Day	Public
Dec 31, 2026 Thursday	Nýggjársaftan	New Year's Eve	Public

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Faroe Islands have in 2026?

Faroe Islands has 17 public holidays in 2026.

What is the next public holiday in Faroe Islands?

The next public holiday in Faroe Islands is Pentecost on May 24, 2026.

Are banks closed on public holidays in Faroe Islands?

Yes, banks and government offices are typically closed on national public holidays in Faroe Islands. ATMs remain accessible.

Do shops open on public holidays in Faroe Islands?

This varies. In major cities, shops may remain open on some holidays, while smaller towns and rural areas often close on national public holidays in Faroe Islands.

Is New Year's Day a national holiday in Faroe Islands?

Yes, New Year's Day is listed as an official public holiday in Faroe Islands in 2026.

Are public holidays paid days off in Faroe Islands?

In Faroe Islands, national public holidays are generally considered paid days off for employees. Specific rules may vary by employment contract and sector.

Are there long weekends in Faroe Islands in 2026?

Long weekends occur when a public holiday falls on a Friday or Monday. Check the holiday calendar above to identify these dates in Faroe Islands for 2026.

Do public holidays in Faroe Islands affect travel and transport?

Yes. On major public holidays in Faroe Islands, public transport may run on reduced schedules and many businesses may be closed or operate reduced hours.