First Day of Summer
First Day of Summer — a public holiday.
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<holidayfyi-holiday slug="first-day-of-summer"></holidayfyi-holiday>Key Information
- Calendar System
- gregorian
- Public Holiday
- Yes
About this Holiday
Icelandic public holiday marking the first Thursday after April 18, celebrating the traditional start of summer with outdoor festivals, parades, the giving of summer gifts, and traditional games.
Countries (1)
Upcoming Dates
| Date | Country | Public Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, April 22, 2027 | 🇮🇸 Iceland | Yes |
| Thursday, April 20, 2028 | 🇮🇸 Iceland | Yes |
| Thursday, April 19, 2029 | 🇮🇸 Iceland | Yes |
| Thursday, April 25, 2030 | 🇮🇸 Iceland | Yes |
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