Ascension Day is a public holiday in Sweden, observed on May 14, 2026. It is locally known as Kristi himmelsfärdsdag. This is a national holiday observed across the entire country.
Holiday Details
| Holiday | Ascension Day |
| Local Name | Kristi himmelsfärdsdag |
| Date | May 14, 2026 |
| Country |  Sweden |
| Type | Public |
| National | Yes — observed nationwide |
Frequently Asked Questions
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|---|---|---|
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| 2026-01-01 | New Year's Day | Public |
| 2026-01-06 | Epiphany | Public |
| 2026-04-03 | Good Friday | Public |
| 2026-04-05 | Easter Sunday | Public |
| 2026-04-06 | Easter Monday | Public |
| 2026-05-14 | Ascension Day | Public |
| 2026-05-24 | Pentecost | Public |
| 2026-06-06 | National Day of Sweden | Public |
| 2026-06-19 | Midsummer Eve | Public |
| 2026-06-20 | Midsummer Day | Public |
| 2026-10-31 | All Saints' Day | Public |
| 2026-12-24 | Christmas Eve | Public |
| 2026-12-25 | Christmas Day | Public |
| 2026-12-26 | St. Stephen's Day | Public |
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