Greenland National Day
Season or date: June 21
The nation''s largest celebration aligning with the summer solstice, commemorating the Self-Government Act with drum dances and kayak competitions in each city.
Festivals in Greenland
Discover traditional festivals and celebrations of this country
Festivals
Nuuk Snow Festival
Season or date: February
Winter art festival centered on snow and ice sculpture contests.
Arctic Circle Race
Season or date: April
The world''s northernmost cross-country ski endurance race around Sisimiut.
Ilulissat Ice Fjord Marathon
Season or date: June
Full marathon held on a course overlooking the World Heritage glacier.
Return of the Sun Festival
Season or date: Mid-January
Traditional event celebrating the sun''s reappearance on the horizon after the polar night.
Kalaaleq Drum Dance Festival
Season or date: July
Competition of traditional Inuit dance and song held in northern Qaanaaq.
Greenland Film Festival
Season or date: Autumn
Screening of classic and new Arctic films in Nuuk with director exchanges.
Christmas Star Lighting Ceremony
Season or date: Early December
Lighting star-shaped lamps at village churches and homes to brighten the long winter.
Public holidays
- Greenland National Day
- New Year
- Easter
- Labour Day
- Constitution Day
- Christmas
- Boxing Day