Copenhagen School Holidays (2026)

Education in Copenhagen is free in all major schools as it is financed through general taxes. However, private schools do enforce school fees for students. The education system is divided into four parts: pre-school, basic school, youth education and higher education.

School holidays in Copenhagen are observed across the city. School dates may vary from one school to another. For more updated information, you can contact the schools directly for more accurate school holiday announcements.

When are school holidays in Copenhagen?

What are the other holidays in Copenhagen?

New Year’s Day
New Year’s Day is a public holiday in Copenhagen, celebrating the first day of the new year according to the Gregorian calendar.

Maundy Thursday
Also known as Holy Thursday, Maundy Thursday commemorates Jesus’ last supper with his disciples a day before Good Friday.

Good Friday
Good Friday commemorates the death and crucifixion of Jesus on the cross.

Easter Monday
Easter Monday is celebrated a day after Easter Sunday, marking the resurrection of Jesus after his death on Good Friday. It is one of the most important holidays in the Christian calendar.

Labor Day 
Labor Day in Copenhagen marks the efforts and achievements of the labor movement. It is a public holiday in over 80 countries.

Ascension Day
Ascension Day commemorates Jesus’ ascension into heaven 39 days after his crucifixion.

Pentecost Sunday
Also known as Whitsun, Pentecost Sunday celebrates the gift of the Holy Spirit and is celebrated on the seventh Sunday after Easter.

Christmas Day
Christmas Day is a public holiday in Copenhagen that celebrates the birth of Jesus in accordance with the Gregorian Calendar.

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