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Holidays in Estonia
Holidays in Estonia
National holiday�: Independence Day, 24 February (1918); note - 24 February 1918 was the date of independence from Soviet Russia, as 20 August, 1991 was the date of re-independence from the Soviet Union. Each 24 February, a grand ball is held by the president for the prominent and important members of society and foreign dignitaries.
Jaanipäev�: St John's Day or Midsummer Day held on the night of 23-24 June. The evening of the 23rd and well into the morning of the 24th is celebrated with bonfires and a traditional festive menu concentrating on barbeques and drinking.
Võidupüha (Victory Day)�: 23 June is celebrated to commemorate the decisive victory over Baltic-German forces in the War of Independence.
Christmas�: or Jõulud is also celebrated in Estonia, this is strictly a family event.
New Year's Eve�: As a Soviet province, the authorities sought to promote the New Year holiday as Christmas was all but forbidden for its alleged "religious" and "nationalist" character. After the restoration of independence, the significance of the New Year decreased, but it is still a day-off and celebrated. This day is used by the leaders of the country to address the nation.
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