Public holiday in Denmark
Second Day of Christmas in Denmark
Saturday, December 26, 2026
Nationwide public holiday
Second Day of Christmas is a nationwide public holiday in Denmark on 26 December. It follows Christmas Day and is commonly used as a quiet day with family and friends after the main Christmas celebrations.
About Second Day of Christmas in Denmark
In Denmark, Second Day of Christmas is part of the Christmas holiday period and comes immediately after Christmas Day. Because it is a public holiday nationwide, it extends the Christmas break and gives many people a day to rest after the main feast and gatherings. In practice, it marks a calm transition between the peak of Christmas celebrations and the return to ordinary routines.
History
The day belongs to the broader Christian Christmas calendar and was retained in Denmark as part of the traditional two-day Christmas holiday. Its place in the Danish public-holiday calendar reflects the long-standing importance of Christmas in Danish civic and family life.
Traditions
The day is often associated with continuing Christmas meals, leftover dishes, and informal visits with close family or friends. As with other Christmas days in Denmark, it is generally a low-key occasion rather than a day for major public events.
How Second Day of Christmas is celebrated in Denmark
Many Danes spend the day at home, recovering from Christmas Eve and Christmas Day gatherings or visiting relatives in a relaxed setting. It is typically quieter than the main Christmas celebration, with few formal customs beyond spending time with family.
Interesting facts
In Denmark, the holiday falls on 26 December each year. It is one of several consecutive days in the Danish Christmas period that can create a long winter break for many people.
Dates in published calendars
| Year | Holiday date | Observed date | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 26 Dec 2026 | — | Nationwide |
Import sources
- Generic ICS feed
An import is not an independent verification.