What's open on Constitution Day 2026 in Norway?
Constitution Day 2026 falls on 17 May 2026.
17 May is Norway’s national day — the biggest celebration of the year with children’s parades. Banks and most shops close; supermarkets in cities often open for a few hours.
Chain opening hours
| Venue / Chain | Category | Holiday Status | Hours | Verification & Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apotek 1 Døgnvakt 24h24/7 Duty Vaktapotek åpne hele døgnet for akuttmedisin på røde dager Editorial+47-21-41-60-00 | Pharmacies & Chemists | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 apotek1.no |
| Petrol & EV Charging | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 circlek.no | |
Editorial | Supermarkets & Groceries | Reduced hours | 09:00–15:00 | 2026-05-16 rema.no |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 kiwi.no |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 meny.no |
Editorial | Supermarkets & Groceries | Reduced hours | 09:00–15:00 | 2026-05-16 coop.no |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 extra.no |
| Public Transit & Transport | Reduced hours | Hours Vary | 2026-04-20 vy.no | |
| Post & Parcel Lockers | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 posten.no |
Frequently asked questions
Are shops open on Constitution Day 2026 in Norway?
17 May is Norway’s national day — the biggest celebration of the year with children’s parades. Banks and most shops close; supermarkets in cities often open for a few hours. Typically closed: banks, government, most retail.
When is Constitution Day in 2026?
Constitution Day falls on 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17) in 2026.