Below is a comprehensive list of all public holidays in Finland for 2025:
Public Holidays in Finland 2025
- New Year’s Day (Uudenvuodenpäivä) – January 1 (Wednesday)
The year begins with New Year’s Day, a national holiday celebrated with festivities and family gatherings. - Epiphany (Loppiainen) – January 6 (Monday)
Also called Theophany, marking the visit of the Three Wise Men, is widely observed in Finland, with many businesses closed. - Good Friday (Pitkäperjantai) – April 18
Part of the Easter celebrations, Good Friday is a solemn Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. - Easter Sunday (Pääsiäissunnuntai) – April 20
A major religious holiday, Easter Sunday is celebrated with church services, family meals, and traditional customs. - Easter Monday (2. pääsiäispäivä) – April 21
Following Easter Sunday, this public holiday is also widely observed, with many businesses remaining closed. - Labour Day (Vappu) – May 1 (Thursday)
Celebrated with parades and festival-like events, Labour Day is a major public holiday in Finland, marking the rights of workers. - Ascension Day (helatorstai) – May 29 (Thursday)
This Christian holiday, occurring 40 days after Easter, commemorates the ascension of Jesus into heaven. - Pentecost (helluntai) – June 8 (Sunday)
Another Christian holiday, Pentecost Sunday celebrates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles. - Midsummer Eve (Juhannusaatto) – June 20 (Friday) and Midsummer Day (Juhannuspäivä) – June 21 (Saturday)
Midsummer is one of Finland’s most celebrated holidays, celebrated with bonfires, music, and festivities. The official Midsummer Day is always a Saturday, with the main street action on Friday evening. - All Saints’ Day (Pyhäinpäivä) – November 1 (Saturday)
This day honors the memory of deceased loved ones, with many people lighting candles or lighting candles. - Independence Day (Itsenäisyyspäivä) – December 6 (Saturday)
Finland commemorates its national day, a celebration of independence from Russia in 1917. The day is marked with ceremonies, flag processions, and candlelit windows. - Christmas Eve (Jouluaatto) – December 24 (Wednesday)
Although not a public holiday by themselves, it is a significant celebration in Finland. Many businesses close early, allowing people to gather with family. - Christmas Day (Joulupäivä) – December 25 (Thursday)
Religious services, gift-giving, and meals. - Boxing Day (Tapaninpäivä) – December 26 (Friday)
Also called St. Stephen’s Day, this holiday is part of the extended Christmas celebrations, with many businesses and services closed.
Planning Tips
When planning or conducting business in Finland, it is important to keep these public holidays in mind. During major holidays, public transportation may operate on limited schedules, and many shops, restaurants, and attractions could be closed. Additionally, popular destinations might be busier during long weekends, especially around Midsummer and Christmas.
By considering Finland’s public holidays in your planning, you can avoid unexpected closures and make the most of your visit or business trip.