Denmark Public Holidays 2025
Denmark has 10 public holidays and 5 observances in 2025. Explore the full holiday calendar below.
All Holidays
| Date | Day | Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Wed | New Year's Day | public |
| 3 Mar | Mon | Fastelavn | observance |
| 17 Apr | Thu | Maundy Thursday | public |
| 18 Apr | Fri | Good Friday | public |
| 20 Apr | Sun | Easter Sunday | public |
| 21 Apr | Mon | Easter Monday | public |
| 1 May | Thu | Labour Day | observance |
| 11 May | Sun | Mother's Day | observance |
| 29 May | Thu | Ascension Day | public |
| 5 Jun | Thu | Constitution Day | observance |
| 8 Jun | Sun | Pentecost | public |
| 9 Jun | Mon | Whit Monday | public |
| 24 Dec | Wed | Christmas Eve | observance |
| 25 Dec | Thu | Christmas Day | public |
| 26 Dec | Fri | Boxing Day | public |
About Denmark's Holidays
Denmark has a mix of church based and national holidays. The calendar features Easter and Christmas with long weekends, plus Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Ascension and Pentecost. These are widely observed with church services, family meals and quiet time.
There are also civic days like Constitution Day and Labour Day. Constitution Day is important for politics and flags, but not a full public holiday for everyone. Midsummer Eve called Sankt Hans is a big cultural event with bonfires, songs and parties by the sea.
Many Danes celebrate with hygge. Shops and businesses close on public holidays, transport can be limited, and people focus on family, food and traditions rather than big commercial displays.
Holiday Traditions
In Denmark holidays are warm and cozy. Families decorate homes with candles, flowers, or flags. People enjoy relaxed days and focus on being together. Children often take part in small traditions like singing or lighting candles.
Food is important and comforting. Families share special meals like roast, herring, cakes, and biscuits. Many dishes are homemade and passed down through generations. Baking and cooking bring people together and create a festive mood.
Public celebrations are friendly and low key. Towns may have markets, choirs, and small parades. Schools and workplaces often close or slow down so people can spend time with family and friends.
Travel Tips
Denmark is festive in the holiday season, but many shops, banks and offices close on key days. Tourist sites and restaurants may have shorter hours. Book museums and special tours ahead to avoid disappointment.
Public transport runs, but timetables change on holidays and late evenings. Trains and buses can be less frequent on public holidays. Airports stay open, though security lines may be long on peak travel days.
City centers and popular attractions get very busy on holidays and weekends. Expect crowds in Copenhagen and major towns. Walking and bike routes remain easy and pleasant, but allow extra time to move around.
Bring warm clothes and check opening times before you go. Reserve hotels, restaurants and transport in advance. Keep some cash and use cards for quick payments.