Sweden’s Fiery Welcome to Spring
How Swedish People Welcome the Spring?
On 30th April, Walpurgis (Valborgsmässoafton) is celebrated all over Sweden to welcome Spring and this is the most cherished Swedish Spring Tradition.
Originally, it was a farewell to the dark, colder months and welcoming lighter days and warmth. Also there is a believe that this will keep evil witches and spirits at away.
On this day evening, people gather to light up a fire, sing spring songs around the bonfire, having fika (Swedish coffee tradition) and enjoy the Walpurgis night with each other.