Ólavsoka

On July 29, islanders celebrate the most famous festival in the Faroe Islands, which is Ólavsoka - their national holiday. Literally translated, the name of this most famous festival means awakening, as it commemorates the death in 1030 in the Battle of Stiklestad of St Olaf, who was King of Norway from 1015 to 1028.

This most famous festival in the Faroe Islands showcases many outstanding cultural aspects, such as traditional Faroese ballads and dances, concerts, and art exhibitions. Jumping rope is for everyone; it is usually held in Sjónleikarhúsið, which is a theater in Tórshavn. One of the protagonists of Ólavsoka is the national sport of the Faroe Islands, sailing, which has become one of the highlights of the national Faroese holiday. The typical Ólavsøka festival involves wearing traditional Faroese clothing. There are many restaurants selling delicious Faroese food at this most famous festival in the Faroe Islands.

• Organization time: July every year
• Location: Faroe Islands