Liberation Day 2025 — Svalbard & Jan Mayen
About Liberation Day
Liberation Day is a observance holiday in Svalbard & Jan Mayen, observed on May 8, 2025 (Thursday) in 2025. While widely recognized, this observance may not be an official day off from work.
In 2025, Liberation Day falls on a Thursday, giving workers a day off during the workweek.
Key Facts
Date May 8, 2025
Day Thursday
Type Observance
Countries 
Svalbard & Jan Mayen
Svalbard & Jan Mayen Status This holiday has passed
Liberation Day — Date by Year
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | May 8, 2024 | Wednesday |
| 2025 | May 8, 2025 | Thursday |
| 2026 | May 8, 2026 | Friday |
| 2027 | May 8, 2027 | Saturday |
| 2028 | May 8, 2028 | Monday |
| 2029 | May 8, 2029 | Tuesday |
| 2030 | May 8, 2030 | Wednesday |
Other Observance Holidays in Svalbard & Jan Mayen (2025)
Tuesday, January 21, 2025 Birthday of Princess Ingrid Alexandra Thursday, February 6, 2025 Day of the Sami people Sunday, February 9, 2025 Mother's Day Friday, February 14, 2025 Valentine's Day Friday, February 21, 2025 Birthday of King Harald V Sunday, March 2, 2025 Carnival Wednesday, March 5, 2025 Ash Wednesday Saturday, March 8, 2025 International Women's Day Tuesday, April 1, 2025 April Fools' Day Sunday, April 13, 2025 Palm Sunday
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Liberation Day in 2025?
Liberation Day in Svalbard & Jan Mayen is on May 8, 2025 (Thursday).
Is Liberation Day a public holiday in Svalbard & Jan Mayen?
Liberation Day is classified as a observance day. It may not be a day off for all workers.
How many days until Liberation Day 2025?
Liberation Day 2025 was on May 8, 2025 and has already passed.