General Prayer Day
Dýri biðidagur
Details
- Country
Faroe Islands- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- May 2026
Business Impact
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Notes
A Christian holiday that consolidates several minor prayer days into a single day of prayer, reflection, and rest.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is General Prayer Day a public holiday in Faroe Islands?
- Yes, General Prayer Day is an official public holiday in Faroe Islands. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is General Prayer Day 2026?
- General Prayer Day 2026 falls on May 1, 2026.
- What is General Prayer Day called locally in Faroe Islands?
- General Prayer Day is locally known as "Dýri biðidagur" in Faroe Islands.