New Year's Day 2026 — Faroe Islands
About New Year's Day
New Year's Day is a public holiday in Faroe Islands, observed on January 1, 2026 (Thursday) in 2026. As an official public holiday, most government offices, banks, and schools are closed.
In 2026, New Year's Day falls on a Thursday, giving workers a day off during the workweek.
Key Facts
Date January 1, 2026
Day Thursday
Type Public
Countries 
Faroe Islands
Faroe Islands Status This holiday has passed
New Year's Day — Date by Year
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | January 1, 2024 | Monday |
| 2025 | January 1, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 2026 | January 1, 2026 | Thursday |
| 2027 | January 1, 2027 | Friday |
| 2028 | January 1, 2028 | Saturday |
| 2029 | January 1, 2029 | Monday |
| 2030 | January 1, 2030 | Tuesday |
Other Public Holidays in Faroe Islands (2026)
Thursday, April 2, 2026 Maundy Thursday Friday, April 3, 2026 Good Friday Sunday, April 5, 2026 Easter Sunday Monday, April 6, 2026 Easter Monday Friday, April 24, 2026 Flag Day Friday, May 1, 2026 Great Prayer Day Thursday, May 14, 2026 Ascension Day Sunday, May 24, 2026 Pentecost Monday, May 25, 2026 Whit Monday Friday, June 5, 2026 Constitution Day
Frequently Asked Questions
When is New Year's Day in 2026?
New Year's Day in Faroe Islands is on January 1, 2026 (Thursday).
Is New Year's Day a public holiday in Faroe Islands?
Yes, New Year's Day is an official public holiday. Most businesses, government offices, and schools are closed.
How many days until New Year's Day 2026?
New Year's Day 2026 was on January 1, 2026 and has already passed.