Independence Day in Iceland
In 2026, Independence Day falls on Tuesday, 1 December 2026.
About Independence Day
Independence Day commemorates Iceland's formal separation from Denmark and the establishment of the Republic of Iceland on June 17, 1944. It is the country's national day, marked by parades, brass bands, street performances, and public festivities in Reykjavik and beyond.
Independence Day dates in Iceland
Observance dates for Independence Day across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 Dec 2023 | Friday | Independence Day |
| 2024 | 1 Dec 2024 | Sunday | Independence Day |
| 2025 | 1 Dec 2025 | Monday | Independence Day |
| 2026This year | 1 Dec 2026 | Tuesday | Independence Day |
| 2027 | 1 Dec 2027 | Wednesday | Independence Day |
| 2028 | 1 Dec 2028 | Friday | Independence Day |
| 2029 | 1 Dec 2029 | Saturday | Independence Day |
| 2030 | 1 Dec 2030 | Sunday | Independence Day |
| 2031 | 1 Dec 2031 | Monday | Independence Day |
1 Dec 2023
Friday · Independence Day
1 Dec 2024
Sunday · Independence Day
1 Dec 2025
Monday · Independence Day
1 Dec 2026
Tuesday · Independence Day
1 Dec 2027
Wednesday · Independence Day
1 Dec 2028
Friday · Independence Day
1 Dec 2029
Saturday · Independence Day
1 Dec 2030
Sunday · Independence Day
1 Dec 2031
Monday · Independence Day
