St. Olav's Day (National Day) in Faroe Islands
In 2026, St. Olav's Day (National Day) falls on Wednesday, 29 July 2026.
About St. Olav's Day (National Day)
St. Olav's Day, also known as Olaifest, serves as the National Day of the Faroe Islands. It commemorates the death of King Olav Haraldsson at the Battle of Stiklestad. The day is celebrated with national pride, featuring traditional chain dances, cultural ceremonies, and public festivities across the islands.
St. Olav's Day (National Day) dates in Faroe Islands
Observance dates for St. Olav's Day (National Day) across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 29 Jul 2023 | Saturday | St. Olav's Day (National Day) |
| 2024 | 29 Jul 2024 | Monday | St. Olav's Day (National Day) |
| 2025 | 29 Jul 2025 | Tuesday | St. Olav's Day (National Day) |
| 2026This year | 29 Jul 2026 | Wednesday | St. Olav's Day (National Day) |
| 2027 | 29 Jul 2027 | Thursday | St. Olav's Day (National Day) |
| 2028 | 29 Jul 2028 | Saturday | St. Olav's Day (National Day) |
| 2029 | 29 Jul 2029 | Sunday | St. Olav's Day (National Day) |
| 2030 | 29 Jul 2030 | Monday | St. Olav's Day (National Day) |
| 2031 | 29 Jul 2031 | Tuesday | St. Olav's Day (National Day) |
29 Jul 2023
Saturday · St. Olav's Day (National Day)
29 Jul 2024
Monday · St. Olav's Day (National Day)
29 Jul 2025
Tuesday · St. Olav's Day (National Day)
29 Jul 2026
Wednesday · St. Olav's Day (National Day)
29 Jul 2027
Thursday · St. Olav's Day (National Day)
29 Jul 2028
Saturday · St. Olav's Day (National Day)
29 Jul 2029
Sunday · St. Olav's Day (National Day)
29 Jul 2030
Monday · St. Olav's Day (National Day)
29 Jul 2031
Tuesday · St. Olav's Day (National Day)
