Valborg (Walpurgis night) and May Day
Walpurgis Night, or Valborg in Swedish, is an ancient tradition, possibly going back to pre-Christian times in Europe. The day, celebrated on April 30, marks the birth of Saint Walpurga, who is believed to have been born in Devon, England around the year 710.
In Sweden, Valborg is an important festive occasion, celebrated each year on April 30 by the lighting of large bonfires and other festivities.
Visit the Stockholm Tourist Board for details of Valborg activities in Stockholm.
http://beta.stockholmtown.com/en/?q=walpurgis&d=/en/
May Day
May Day is a public holiday in Sweden, as in many other countries, and occurs on May 1. May Day is traditionally associated with demonstrations on the streets of Stockholm and other cities, which take place in honour of International Workers' Day, or Labour Day.
Opening times during Valborg and May Day
Stockholm University has special open times during the Valborg/May Day period.
Stockholm University
Closed May 1 (and all "red days" = Swedish National Holidays)
University Library
Open April 30, 09.00-16.00
Closed May 1
Student Services
Student information desk, A Building, open until 12.30 on Valborg April 30.
Closed May 1 (and all red days)
Student Union
Closed April 30 and May 1 (both Nobel House and Student Union Office in Allhuset.)
SU-Butiken (University Shop)
Closed all weekends and holidays (red days).
16/9 - 30/4 – 08.00-12.00 and 13.00-16.00
1/5 - 15/9 – 08.00-12.00 and 13.00-15.30
Frescatihallen (Frescati Sports Hall)
Information on Frescatihallen webpage.
Web editor:
Paul Parker
Last updated:
April 27, 2010
Source: External Relations Office
