https://www.youtube.com/embed/M5Qf8za8s4s Carnival is a Christian holiday that’s celebrated in numerous countries, so it should come as no surprise that Denmark—a nation with a roughly 75% Christian population and a long history of spirituality—observes it, too.  Called Fastelavn in Denmark, this holiday shares many things in common with Carnival celebrations in other countries as well as Western Halloween traditions. But there are some...fascinating...components of the Danish version that may surprise you!  Are you ready to delve into this fun holiday and pick up some new Danish vocabulary? 1. What is Fastelavn?  Fastelavn is the Danish version of the traditionally Catholic holiday of Carnival. It... Show more

Epiphany, or Three Kings Day, in Denmark is a Christian holiday celebrated by the religious and non-religious alike. In this article, you’ll learn how the Danish celebrate Epiphany and the stories behind this festive holiday. At DanishClass101.com, it’s our goal to make every aspect of your language-learning journey both fun and informative—starting with this article! Are you ready? Let’s get started and delve into the Danish version of the Epiphany holiday. 1. What is Epiphany in Denmark? Epiphany celebrates the revelation of Christ Jesus as a divine being to those around him. In Denmark, this holiday specifically focuses on the visit of the three wise men, or Magi, to witness the birth of Jesus and present him with... Show more

St. Lucy’s Day is a festive, cozy holiday in Denmark, celebrated not long before Christmas each year. In this article, you’ll learn all about St. Lucy’s Day, from who Lucy was to how Danish people celebrate the holiday today. At DanishClass101.com, we aim to make every aspect of your language-learning process both fun and informative—starting with this article! Are you ready? Let’s go. 1. What is St. Lucy’s Day? The Danish celebrate St. Lucy’s Day in the same month as Christmas, but don’t be fooled! This holiday, and the woman it’s named after, really have nothing to do with Christmas. So who was Lucy? Read the following Danish text to find out, and then test your reading skills against the English text directly below... Show more

Father's Day (or Fars Dag), admittedly, isn't the most celebrated of Danish holidays, but that doesn't mean that Danish fathers are left out in the cold! Keeping in mind that it takes place on the same date as the Constitution Day of Denmark, the honor and appreciation fathers are shown means that much more. At DanishClass101.com, we hope to make learning about Danish holidays and traditions both fun and informative! After all, learning about a country's culture is a vital step forward in mastering the language. So let's get started! 1. What is Father’s Day in Denmark? Father's Day is easily overlooked because of Constitution Day, as both fall on June 5 every year. The day is in many ways similar to Mother's Day, but... Show more

For the Easter holiday, Denmark celebrates all week long. But the Monday after Easter (Easter Monday) is especially a time of celebration for the Danish. Learn all about the Easter Monday traditions of the Danish, and get an answer to the question "Why do we celebrate Easter Monday?" with DanishClass101.com! We hope to make this learning experience fun and insightful for you. So let’s get started, and delve into Easter Monday’s meaning in Denmark. 1. What is Easter Monday in Denmark? Is the Monday after Easter a holiday? Well, Easter includes Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, and Easter Day. Together they form the Easter break, where most people are off from work and school, and the stores are... Show more

Learn all the Danish New Year wishes online, in your own time, on any device! Join DanishClass101 for a special Danish New Year celebration! Can you relate to the year passing something like this: “January, February, March - December!”? Many people do! Quantum physics teaches us that time is relative, and few experiences illustrate this principle as perfectly as when we reach the end of a year. To most of us, it feels like the old one has passed in the blink of an eye, while the new year lies ahead like a very long journey! However, New Year is also a time to celebrate beginnings, and to say goodbye to what has passed. This is true in every culture, no matter when New Year is celebrated. So, how do you say Happy New Year in... Show more

Do you know any ways to wish someone a ‘Merry Christmas’ in Danish? DanishClass101 brings you easy-to-learn translations and the correct pronunciation of Danish Christmas phrases! Christmas is the annual commemorative festival of Christ’s birth in the Western Christian Church. It takes place on December 25th and is usually celebrated with much food and fanfare! However, not all cultures celebrate Christmas. In some countries, Christmas is not even a public holiday! However, many countries have adapted Christmas and its religious meaning to tally with their own beliefs, or simply in acknowledgment of the festival’s importance to other cultures. If you want to impress native Danish speakers with culturally-appropriate Christmas... Show more