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Midsummer

Thursday, 24 June 2027in 314 days

Jónsmessa, 24 June, is the feast of St John the Baptist and an old midsummer festival. Icelandic folklore runs deep on this night: the dew is said to have healing powers - rolling naked in it is traditionally recommended - cows speak, and wishing stones may be found. It falls at the brightest time of the Icelandic year, when night never truly comes.

Coming years

YearDateWeekday
202724 June 2027Thursday
202824 June 2028Saturday
202924 June 2029Sunday
203024 June 2030Monday
203124 June 2031Tuesday
203224 June 2032Thursday

Questions & answers

When is Midsummer 2027?
Midsummer 2027 falls on Thursday, 24 June 2027.
When is Midsummer 2028?
Midsummer 2028 falls on Saturday, 24 June 2028.
Is Midsummer a public holiday in Iceland?
No, Midsummer is not a public holiday in Iceland - it is an observance, so shops and workplaces stay open.