Icelandic Language DayorDagur íslenskrar tungu(Iceland)
A celebration of the Icelandic language and its literary heritage held annually in Iceland.
Icelandic Language Day, observed on November 16th, honors the unique linguistic and cultural heritage of Iceland. It marks the birthday of Jónas Hallgrímsson, a prominent 19th-century poet and linguist whose work helped shape modern Icelandic. Festivities include readings of classic and contemporary Icelandic literature, poetry recitals, and linguistic workshops aimed at fostering appreciation for the language’s rich history. Schools and libraries host events to encourage the use of Icelandic in digital media and everyday communication. The day reinforces national identity and pride in preserving one of the world’s oldest living languages.
Icelandic Language Day
Iceland