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Dates of Fastelavn

2026 DenmarkFeb 16

Denmark Mon, Feb 16Observances Holiday

2025 DenmarkMar 2

Denmark Sun, Mar 2Observances Holiday

2024 DenmarkFeb 11

Denmark Sun, Feb 11Observances Holiday

2023 DenmarkFeb 19

Denmark Sun, Feb 19Observances Holiday

2022 DenmarkFeb 27

Denmark Sun, Feb 27Observances Holiday

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Diminished version of the catholic Carnival. On the following day, Fastelavnsmandag, children go to school dressed up in costume and go door-to-door for candy and sweets. A popular baked good associated with the day is Fastelavnsbolle (lit. Fastelavns bun), a round sweet roll usually covered with icing and filled with cream.

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