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All Saints' Day 2024 in Sweden

All Saints' Day is a celebration of all Christian saints, particularly those who have no special feast days of their own, in many Roman Catholic, Anglican and Protestant churches. In many western churches it is annually held November 1 and in many eastern churches it is celebrated on the first Sunday after Pentecost. It is also known as All Hallows Tide, All-Hallomas, or All Hallows' Day.

Is All Saints' Day a Public Holiday?

All Saints' Day is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

In 2024, it falls on a Saturday, and some businesses may choose to follow Saturday opening hours.

It is common to light candles on the graves for All Saints' Day.

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About All Saints' Day

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All Saints' Day Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2019SatNov 2All Saints' DayPublic Holiday
2020SatOct 31All Saints' DayPublic Holiday
2021SatNov 6All Saints' DayPublic Holiday
2022SatNov 5All Saints' DayPublic Holiday
2023SatNov 4All Saints' DayPublic Holiday
2024SatNov 2All Saints' DayPublic Holiday
2025SatNov 1All Saints' DayPublic Holiday
2026SatOct 31All Saints' DayPublic Holiday
2027SatNov 6All Saints' DayPublic Holiday
2028SatNov 4All Saints' DayPublic Holiday
2029SatNov 3All Saints' DayPublic Holiday

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