About Sweden National Day
Sweden's National Day, Sveriges nationaldag, is celebrated every year on June 6, a fixed date that honours two milestones in the nation's history. The countdown above shows exactly how many days, hours and minutes remain until the next one in your own timezone, so you can plan the celebration or simply enjoy the wait.
June 6 commemorates the election of Gustav Vasa as king in 1523, which ended the Kalmar Union with Denmark and is regarded as the foundation of modern Sweden, as well as the adoption of a new constitution on the same date in 1809. The day is marked with flag ceremonies, folk costumes, parades and concerts; the royal family traditionally takes part in festivities at the open-air museum Skansen in Stockholm, where the blue-and-yellow flag is raised.
The date was first observed as "Swedish Flag Day" in the early 20th century, renamed the National Day in 1983, and made an official public holiday in 2005 — replacing Whit Monday on the calendar. June 6 never moves, so this live countdown always tracks the next celebration. Add it to your own page to count down to Sweden's national day.
Upcoming dates
| 2027 | Sunday, June 6, 2027next |
| 2028 | Tuesday, June 6, 2028 |
| 2029 | Wednesday, June 6, 2029 |
| 2030 | Thursday, June 6, 2030 |
| 2031 | Friday, June 6, 2031 |
FAQ
When is Sweden National Day?
Sweden National Day is held every year on June 6, a fixed public holiday known as Sveriges nationaldag.
Why is Sweden National Day on June 6?
It marks the election of King Gustav Vasa in 1523, seen as the birth of modern Sweden, and the adoption of a new constitution on the same date in 1809.
How is Sweden National Day celebrated?
With flag-raising ceremonies, folk costumes, parades and concerts, including royal festivities at the Skansen open-air museum in Stockholm.
Is Sweden National Day a public holiday?
Yes. It was renamed the National Day in 1983 and became an official public holiday in 2005, replacing Whit Monday.