Good Friday 2025
Date: April 18, 2025 (Friday)
Country: Faroe Islands Public Holidays
Description
Good Friday in the Faroe Islands is a Christian holy day that remembers the crucifixion of Jesus. It is a serious and quiet day for many people who reflect on sacrifice and love in the Christian story.
The date changes each year because it is linked to Easter. Good Friday always falls on the Friday before Easter Sunday. That means it can be in March or April, depending on the lunar calendar used to set Easter.
In the Faroe Islands it is a public holiday. Schools, many shops, and some workplaces are closed. This gives people time to attend church and to spend a calm day with family and friends.
The day is significant because it is part of Holy Week, the most important week in the Christian year. It leads up to Easter Sunday when Christians celebrate Jesus rising from the dead. The day reminds people of faith, hope, and forgiveness.
Traditions
On Good Friday in the Faroe Islands people keep the day quiet and respectful. Many attend church for short services with hymns and organ music. Towns and villages feel calm because shops and offices often stay closed.
Families gather for simple meals, often with fish and boiled potatoes or other local dishes. People wear plain clothes and speak softly. Some avoid loud music and noisy celebrations. Children usually have time off school and spend the day with family.
Other customs include lighting candles at home and visiting graves to leave flowers. The fishing and community rhythms slow down, so the islands feel peaceful as people focus on family and quiet traditions.
Travel Tips
Many shops, banks, museums and some restaurants are closed or have short hours. Public buses and ferries may run reduced schedules. Plan trips in advance, check service times, and book tours or meals early to avoid disappointment.
Enjoy quiet walks, local nature and small community events. Stay safe on cliffs and wet paths by wearing sturdy shoes and warm layers. Carry a charged phone, check weather updates, and be respectful of local spaces and any signs about restricted areas.