Denmark public holidays 2027
In 2027, Denmark has 10 public holidays – 6 of them fall on a weekday. With long weekends and all dates to print.
Public holidays Denmark 2027
| Date | Weekday | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 01/01/2027 | Friday | New Year's DayFirst day of the year – a day off in almost every country. |
| 03/25/2027 | Thursday | Maundy ThursdayCommemorates the Last Supper of Jesus. |
| 03/26/2027 | Friday | Good FridayCommemorates the crucifixion of Jesus; a quiet day in many countries. |
| 03/28/2027 | Sunday | Easter SundayCelebration of the resurrection of Jesus, first Sunday after the spring full moon. |
| 03/29/2027 | Monday | Easter MondayThe day after Easter Sunday, a holiday in much of Europe. |
| 05/06/2027 | Thursday | Ascension DayAscension of Jesus, 39 days after Easter and always on a Thursday. |
| 05/16/2027 | Sunday | PentecostThe descent of the Holy Spirit, 49 days after Easter. |
| 05/17/2027 | Monday | Whit MondayThe Monday after Pentecost, a holiday in much of Europe. |
| 12/25/2027 | Saturday | Christmas DayCelebration of the birth of Jesus. |
| 12/26/2027 | Sunday | Boxing DaySecond day of Christmas (St. Stephen’s Day). |
Long weekends 2027: more days off with less leave
Make the most of your vacation days in Denmark in 2027 – leave days needed and consecutive days off:
| Period | Holiday | Leave days | Days off |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/20 – 03/29/2027 | Maundy Thursday | 3 | 10 |
| 05/06 – 05/09/2027 | Ascension Day | 1 | 4 |
| 05/15 – 05/23/2027 | Whit Monday | 4 | 9 |
Denmark 2027 in numbers
- Public holidays
- 10
- on weekdays
- 6
- on weekends
- 4
- Weekday holidays 2026
- 7
- Working days (Denmark)
- 255
Other observances 2027
| 02/08/2027 | Monday | Fastelavn |
| 05/01/2027 | Saturday | Labour Day |
| 05/09/2027 | Sunday | Mother's Day |
| 06/05/2027 | Saturday | Constitution Day |
| 12/24/2027 | Friday | Christmas Eve |
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Denmark have in 2027?
Denmark has 10 public holidays in 2027. 6 of them fall on a weekday (Monday to Friday).
What is the first public holiday of 2027 in Denmark?
The first public holiday of 2027 in Denmark is New Year's Day on Friday, January 1, 2027.
When are the best long weekends in Denmark in 2027?
We found 3 worthwhile long weekends. The best value is May 6, 2027 – May 9, 2027.
Are there more weekday holidays in 2027 than in 2026?
In 2027, 6 holidays fall on a weekday, compared with 7 in 2026.