Flag raising ceremony
Witness the raising of the Sami flag and listen to announcements
~10:00
Flag Raising on Sámi National Day
Flaggheising på samenes nasjonaldag
Karasjok, Norway
Feb 6, 2026ConfirmedSource
Each February 6, the town of Karasjok, home of Norway's Sámi parliament, raises the Sámi flag to mark the Sámi National Day. The public ceremony, often led by local children, honors the heritage of the Sámi people, in a celebration of the national day Norway recognized in 1993.
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Day 1 · Feb 6
Community reception
Attend for a light snack and meet local community members
~11:00
Where it happens
Karasjok Rådhus
Karasjok, Norway
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Dress for the setting
Warm clothing
Read the local rhythm
Lihkku greeting
Keep the visit respectful
Remove hats and stand at attention during the ceremony.
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: moderate.
Tickets
Free events are available.
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Flag Raising on Sámi National Day
Flaggheising på samenes nasjonaldag
Karasjok, Norway
Each February 6, the town of Karasjok, home of Norway's Sámi parliament, raises the Sámi flag to mark the Sámi National Day. The public ceremony, often led by local children, honors the heritage of the Sámi people, in a celebration of the national day Norway recognized in 1993.
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Norway declared Feb 6 as Sami National Day in 1993, and Karasjok (home of Norway’s Sámi parliament) observes it with official ceremonies.
Key moments to know
Day 1Feb 62 moments
Day 1Feb 6~10:00Expected
Flag raising ceremony
Witness the raising of the Sami flag and listen to announcements
Day 1Feb 6~11:00Expected
Community reception
Attend for a light snack and meet local community members
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Dress for the setting
Warm clothing
Read the local rhythm
Lihkku greeting
Keep the visit respectful
Remove hats and stand at attention during the ceremony.
Essentials at a glance
Date window
Feb 6, 2026
Confirmed
City / Area
Karasjok
Sápmi (Sami region)
Cost
Free public events available
Good for
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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