Constitution Day
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Constitution Day, or National Day, is celebrated throughout Norway on May 17th. Vibrant parades take place with children of all ages carrying flags and banners. Bands play and locals wear their traditional costumes (Bunads). The procession will often stop at the War Memorial or Senior Citizens homes. In Oslo, the Royal Family stand on the palace balcony and wave to the passing parade where 100,000 people will gather. This parade is broadcast on television.
Time of year
14 June