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World Book Day

World Book Day 2026 in Greenland is observed on Thursday, 23 April 2026.

World Book Day is not an official public holiday in Greenland — it's a widely observed day (date shown is when Greenland observes it), but offices and schools stay open. See Greenland's official public holidays →
Thursday, 23 April 2026
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DateThursday, 23 April 2026
StatusNot a public holiday in Greenland
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World Book Day is a public holiday in Greenland. This page collects the date for each year, plus other holidays in the country's calendar.

History & origin

World Book Day is officially observed as a public holiday in Greenland. We are building out a longer history & traditions section for this holiday. In the meantime, the calendar below shows World Book Day's date across multiple years and how it interacts with the country's long-weekend opportunities.

Traditions & customs

World Book Day observance varies by community and region within Greenland. Government offices, banks, and schools are typically closed.

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Frequently asked questions

When is World Book Day 2026 in Greenland?

World Book Day 2026 in Greenland is observed on Thursday, 23 April 2026.

Is World Book Day a public holiday in Greenland?

No. World Book Day is marked in Greenland as a widely observed day, but it is not an official public holiday — workplaces and schools stay open.

How many days until World Book Day?

The countdown above shows the exact days, hours and minutes remaining. The year-by-year list below has World Book Day's date in the surrounding years.

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