Easter Monday

Easter Monday, known as *Annandag Påsk* in Swedish, is a public holiday in Sweden that follows Easter Sunday. It is part of the Easter celebrations, which are deeply rooted in Christian traditions commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. However, in Sweden, Easter also blends religious customs with secular and cultural practices. On Easter Monday, many Swedes continue to enjoy the holiday atmosphere, often spending time with family and friends. Traditional activities include decorating homes with birch twigs, feathers, and Easter ornaments, as well as indulging in festive foods like *påskmust* (a soft drink similar to cola), herring, and lamb. Children often dress up as Easter witches (*påskkärringar*) and go door-to-door exchanging drawings or paintings for candy, a tradition reminiscent of Halloween. Easter Monday is a day of relaxation, with many businesses, schools, and government offices closed. It provides an opportunity for Swedes to extend their Easter celebrations and enjoy the arrival of spring, as the holiday often coincides with the first signs of warmer weather and blooming nature.