Sweden Public Holidays 2026
Swedish public life pauses for 13 national holidays during 2026. Holidays run from Nyårsdagen in January through to Annandag jul at the end of the year. Of these, 6 land on a weekend, which is worth checking if you are counting on days off from work.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nyårsdagen | January 1, 2026 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Trettondedag jul | January 6, 2026 | Tuesday | Public holiday |
| Långfredagen | April 3, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Påskdagen | April 5, 2026 | SundayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Annandag påsk | April 6, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Första Maj | May 1, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Kristi himmelfärdsdag | May 14, 2026 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Pingstdagen | May 24, 2026 | SundayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Sveriges nationaldag | June 6, 2026 | SaturdayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Midsommardagen | June 20, 2026 | SaturdayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Alla Helgons dag | October 31, 2026 | SaturdayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Juldagen | December 25, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Annandag jul | December 26, 2026 | SaturdayWeekend | Public holiday |
Expect the most closures around April (3 holidays), so schedule deliveries and appointments with that in mind. Below you will find the full 2026 list for Sweden, sorted by date, with the weekday marked for quick planning. We track national holidays only, leaving out regional variations, so the list stays consistent and easy to compare with other countries.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Sweden have in 2026?
Sweden has 13 national public holidays in 2026. The first is Nyårsdagen on January 1, 2026 and the last is Annandag jul on December 26, 2026.
What is the first public holiday of 2026 in Sweden?
The first public holiday of 2026 is Nyårsdagen, which falls on January 1, 2026, a Thursday.
What is the last public holiday of 2026 in Sweden?
The final national public holiday of 2026 is Annandag jul on December 26, 2026, a Saturday.
Are regional holidays included for Sweden?
No. This calendar lists national public holidays only. State, provincial and regional holidays that apply to just part of Sweden are not included, which keeps the list consistent across countries.
Other years for Sweden
Planning further ahead or looking back? Compare the Sweden public holiday calendar across years: