Iceland public holidays 2027
In 2027, Iceland has 16 public holidays – 11 of them fall on a weekday. With long weekends and all dates to print.
Public holidays Iceland 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. |
| 04/22/2027 | Thursday | First Day of Summer |
| 05/01/2027 | Saturday | Labour DayInternational Workers’ Day, celebrating the labour movement. |
| 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. |
| 06/17/2027 | Thursday | Icelandic National Day |
| 08/02/2027 | Monday | Commerce Day |
| 12/24/2027 | Friday | Christmas EveThe evening before Christmas Day, when many families exchange gifts. |
| 12/25/2027 | Saturday | Christmas DayCelebration of the birth of Jesus. |
| 12/26/2027 | Sunday | Boxing DaySecond day of Christmas (St. Stephen’s Day). |
| 12/31/2027 | Friday | New Year's EveLast day of the year. |
Long weekends 2027: more days off with less leave
Make the most of your vacation days in Iceland in 2027 – leave days needed and consecutive days off:
| Period | Holiday | Leave days | Days off |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/20 – 03/29/2027 | Maundy Thursday | 3 | 10 |
| 04/22 – 04/25/2027 | First Day of Summer | 1 | 4 |
| 05/06 – 05/09/2027 | Ascension Day | 1 | 4 |
| 05/15 – 05/23/2027 | Whit Monday | 4 | 9 |
| 06/17 – 06/20/2027 | Icelandic National Day | 1 | 4 |
| 07/31 – 08/08/2027 | Commerce Day | 4 | 9 |
| 12/24 – 01/02/2028 | Christmas Eve | 4 | 10 |
Iceland 2027 in numbers
- Public holidays
- 16
- on weekdays
- 11
- on weekends
- 5
- Weekday holidays 2026
- 13
- Working days (Iceland)
- 250
Other observances 2027
| 01/06/2027 | Wednesday | Epiphany |
| 01/22/2027 | Friday | Bóndadagur |
| 02/08/2027 | Monday | Bolludagur |
| 02/09/2027 | Tuesday | Sprengidagur |
| 02/10/2027 | Wednesday | Ash Wednesday |
| 02/18/2027 | Thursday | Woman's Day |
| 03/21/2027 | Sunday | Palm Sunday |
| 05/09/2027 | Sunday | Mother's Day |
| 06/06/2027 | Sunday | The Seamen's Day |
| 10/23/2027 | Saturday | First Day of Winter |
| 11/16/2027 | Tuesday | Icelandic Language Day |
| 12/23/2027 | Thursday | St Þorlákur's Day |
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Iceland have in 2027?
Iceland has 16 public holidays in 2027. 11 of them fall on a weekday (Monday to Friday).
What is the first public holiday of 2027 in Iceland?
The first public holiday of 2027 in Iceland is New Year's Day on Friday, January 1, 2027.
When are the best long weekends in Iceland in 2027?
We found 7 worthwhile long weekends. The best value is April 22, 2027 – April 25, 2027.
Are there more weekday holidays in 2027 than in 2026?
In 2027, 11 holidays fall on a weekday, compared with 13 in 2026.