Looking to plan a break or trip in Norway for the public holidays? We have listed all the bank holidays Norway has in 2026 and 2027 plus, the school holidays Norway has coming up in the same period.
Bank holidays Norway 2026 and 2027
| 2026 | ||
| 1. January 2026 | Thursday | New Years Day |
| 2. April 2026 | Thursday | Maundy Thursday |
| 3. April 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 5. April 2026 | Sunday | Easter Sunday |
| 6. April 2026 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| 1. May 2026 | Friday | Labour Day |
| 14. May 2026 | Thursday | Ascension Day |
| 17. May 2026 | Sunday | Constitution Day |
| 24. May 2026 | Sunday | Whit Sunday |
| 25. May 2026 | Monday | Whit Monday |
| 25. December 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day |
| 26. December 2026 | Saturday | 2nd day of Christmas/ Boxing day |
| 2027 | ||
| 1. January 2027 | Friday | New Years Day |
| 25. March 2027 | Thursday | Maundy Thursday |
| 26. March 2027 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 28. March | Sunday | Easter Sunday |
| 29. March | Monday | Easter Monday |
| 1. May | Saturday | Labour Day |
| 6. May | Thursday | Ascension Day |
| 16. May | Sunday | Whit Sunday |
| 17. May | Monday | Whit Monday |
| 17. May | Monday | Constitution Day |
| 25. December 2026 | Saturday | Christmas Day |
| 26. December 2026 | Sunday | 2nd day of Christmas/ Boxing day |
School Holidays Norway 2026 and 2027
| Holiday | From | To | Weeks |
| Winter Holiday 2026 | 15. February | 1. March | weeks 8 and 9 |
| Easter holiday 2026 | 27. March | 6. April | week 14 |
| Summer holiday 2026 | 21. June | 16. August | week 26 to 33 |
| Christmas holiday 2026 | 18. December | 4. January | week 52 and 53 |
| Winter Holiday 2027 | 21. February | 7. March | weeks 8 and 9 |
| Easter holiday 2027 | 19. March | 29. March | week 12 |
| Summer holiday 2027 | 20. June | 15. August | week 25 to 32 |
| Christmas holiday 2027 | 19. December | 2. January | week 51 and 52 |
It is worth noting there is some regional variance in the start and end dates and it is a good idea to check the local start dates.
Summer school holidays, Norway – mid June – mid August
(dates vary depending on region and school system)
Summer is a fantastic time to visit Norway with the stunning scenery and idyllic surroundings! Why not consider traveling to Norway and staying in a traditional Norwegian summer house? Not only is Norway super child friendly and a generally safe country for travel, but there are a myriad of activities to explore including hiking, fishing, photography, swimming as well as the perfect location for complete relaxation. Check out Visit Norway's ideas for a fun and energetic holiday in Norway!
Winter school holidays, Norway
Why would you want to spend the winter season anywhere else?! Norway is the perfect place for anyone who wants an active, snowy, winter wonderland holiday jam-packed with activities including miles of cross country trails, alpine skiing/snowboarding, fun activities and so much more. Just don’t forget to bring the essentials!
Check back here to get up to date information for bank holidays in Norway when planning your travels.
If you are looking to find the perfect cabin in Norway for your trip, the team at Norgesbooking are proud to offer over 350 cabins across the country. You can research cabins to stay in by activity by using the filters on our website, so whether you are looking to do hiking, fishing, or just want some sun and sea – you can search easily from on our cabins page.
Easter School holidays, Norway – 26. March to 1. April 2026
With the Easter holidays in Norway running from 26. March to 1. April 2026, there is a good two week break when you can take a holiday. Easter is a favourite time for the Norwegians. They love making the most of the last of the snow and the longer, lighter days.
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