Observances in Sweden in 2023

Upcoming Observances in Sweden

Marks the beginning of the Christmas season and honours the memory of St. Lucia, an early Christian martyr.

The Christmas period in Sweden carries on until the “dancing out” of Christmas on “tjugondag Knut”.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Sweden Finns Day.

Sweden Finns Day

This food holiday is based on the pronunciation of much older Christian festival.

National Waffle Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Linnaeus Day in Sweden.

National Cinnamon Bun Day is a fun and tasty holiday that celebrates one of Sweden's most beloved pastries.

National Cinnamon Bun Day

List of Observances in Sweden in 2023

Date	Observances	Category
Friday Jan 13	St. Knut's Day	Folk
Friday Feb 24	Sweden Finns Day	Patriotic
Saturday Mar 25	National Waffle Day	Food
Tuesday May 23	Linnaeus Day	People
Wednesday Oct 04	National Cinnamon Bun Day	Food
Wednesday Oct 04	Cinnamon Roll Day	Food
Saturday Nov 04	All Saints' Day	Religious
Tuesday Nov 07	National Mud Cake Day	Food
Sunday Nov 12	Father's Day	Family
Saturday Dec 09	Anna's Day	Religious
Wednesday Dec 13	St. Lucia Day	Religious

Public Holidays in Sweden for 2023 Public Holidays in Sweden