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Public Holidays in Finland

Complete calendar of Finnish national holidays and observances for 2026

15

Total Holidays

1

National

14

Public

0

Observances

National Day of Finland

Independence Day

December 6

2026 Holiday Calendar

1 January (2 holidays)

January
1

New Year's Day

Public
January
6

Epiphany

Public

5 May (1 holiday)

May
1

May Day (Vappu)

Public

11 November (1 holiday)

November
1

All Saints' Day

Public

12 December (4 holidays)

December
6

Independence Day

National
December
24

Christmas Eve

Public
December
25

Christmas Day

Public
December
26

St. Stephen's Day

Public

Variable Date Holidays (7 holidays)

These holidays follow lunar, religious, or other variable calendars and the exact date changes each year.

Varies

Good Friday

Public
Varies

Easter Sunday

Public
Varies

Easter Monday

Public
Varies

Ascension Day

Public
Varies

Whit Sunday

Public
Varies

Midsummer Eve

Public
Varies

Midsummer Day

Public

Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Finland have?

Finland has 15 public holidays and observances, including 1 national holiday and 14 public holidays.

What is the national day of Finland?

The national day of Finland is Independence Day, celebrated on December 6.

Does Finland celebrate Christmas?

Yes, Christmas Day (December 25) is a public holiday in Finland.