Denmark marks Constitution Day with speeches and local celebrations

Denmark is celebrating its 176th Constitution Day today, with political leaders delivering speeches and communities gathering for outdoor events, according to public broadcaster DR.

Political party leaders are using the occasion to outline their visions, while Danes across the country attend garden parties, sing-alongs, and local festivities. DR’s live coverage includes reports from regional correspondents capturing the national mood.

The June 5 holiday, known as Grundlovsdag, commemorates the signing of Denmark’s constitution in 1849.