Public Holiday Nationwide

General Prayer Day

Name: General Prayer Day
Start: 2028-05-12
End: 2028-05-12
Location: Greenland

Friday, May 12, 2028

May 2028

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🏪 What's open

Banks Closed
Government offices Closed
Schools Closed
Shops Varies
Restaurants Varies
Public transit Reduced
Stock market Closed
Post office Closed

🛋️ Long weekend potential

3-Day Block

FRI 12 Holiday

SAT 13 Weekend

SUN 14 Weekend

3-day weekend (May 12 – May 14)

📣 Traveler notes

Greenland is the world's largest non-continental island located in the Arctic far northeast of North America. It has a long history of habitation by Arctic peoples and was settled by Vikings in the 10th century. Today, it is part of the Danish Realm.

Be mindful of preferred local terminology regarding identity and sovereignty.
Respect local culture and historical context.
Avoid outdated or offensive terminology when referring to the indigenous population.
Avoid using the term 'Eskimo,' as it is considered a racist slur. Native inhabitants are referred to as Kalaalleq (plural Kalaallit), though 'Greenlander' is also acceptable. When referencing Danish sovereignty, use the 'Kingdom of Denmark' rather than 'Denmark.'

About this holiday

Store bededag (General Prayer Day) is a holiday observed on the fourth Friday after Easter. It is celebrated in both Greenland and the Faroe Islands, where it is known as dýri biðidagur. The date falls between April 17 and May 21.