- Midsummer - Wikipedia
Midsummer or Midsommar (Swedish: [ˈmɪ̌ˌsɔmːar] or [ˈmǐːdˌsɔmːar]) is a celebration of the season of summer, taking place on or near the date of the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, the longest day of the year
- Midsummer Day 2026: Why (and How) is Midsummer Celebrated?
We’ll explain why it’s called “Midsummer” when the day is so near the first day of summer (the solstice), why it’s also St John the Baptist Day, and some fun traditions!
- Midsummer | Midsommar, Festival, Traditions, History | Britannica
Midsummer, a holiday celebrating the traditional midpoint of the harvest season and the summer solstice (June 20 or 21), the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere
- Celebrate Midsummer in Sweden 2026
Midsummer marks the longest day of the year – a magical moment when the sun barely sets, and in parts of northern Sweden, it literally doesn’t Here, you can experience the Midnight Sun, a natural phenomenon where daylight lingers around the clock
- Midsummer – a celebration of life, love and magic
Midsummer marks the definitive arrival of summer It means exactly what it sounds like, “in the middle of summer,” and the word already existed in Old Swedish as miþsumar The holiday is celebrated in connection with the summer solstice, which is the time of year when the sun is at its highest point in the northern hemisphere
- Midsummer Magic: Celebrating the Season’s Joy
Midsummer is a festive celebration that marks the height of summer, usually around the summer solstice It involves vibrant traditions like dancing, feasting, and bonfires that bring communities together to enjoy the longest day of the year
- Midsummer | History Timeline
Midsummer, also known as the summer solstice, has been celebrated for centuries as a time of abundance, fertility, and connection to nature The holiday has its roots in ancient pagan traditions, where bonfires were lit to ward off evil spirits and ensure a successful harvest
- What is Midsummer, and when can I celebrate? - MSN
Midsummer's Day is marked on or near the summer solstice each year, and at the midpoint of the harvest season The holiday celebrates the longest day of the year and is believed to bring good
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