Ólavsøka
Ólavsøka is the national day of the Faroe Islands, celebrated on July 28th and 29th. It commemorates the death of Saint Olaf, the King of Norway, who is also considered the patron saint of the Faroe Islands. The festivities are a significant cultural event, marking the end of the summer solstice and the opening of the Faroese parliament, the Løgting.
The celebration begins on the evening of July 28th with a torchlight procession. The following day, July
Ólavsøka is also a time for social gatherings and traditional entertainment. People often dress in their national