When is Ascension Day in 2025?
Ascension Day is Thursday, May 29, 2025, week 22.
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Ascension Day 2025 in Finland
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Ascension Day 2025 is Thursday, May 29, 2025, week 22. It is an official Finnish public holiday and falls on a weekday.
About Ascension Day
Christian holiday marking Jesus' ascent to heaven, forty days after Easter. Always a Thursday — naturally creates a four-day weekend if you bridge the Friday.
Long weekend
4-day break possible Friday, May 30, 2025 can be a bridge day with 1 vacation day.
Day details
| Date | Thursday, May 29, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Public holiday | Yes |
| Day off | Yes, for many |
| Bank holiday | Yes |
| Next business day | Friday, May 30, 2025 |
| Long weekend | Friday, May 30, 2025 can be a bridge day. |
| Schools | Usually closed on public holidays. |
| Shops | Opening hours vary by shop and area. |
| Public transport | Holiday timetables may apply. |
Common questions
Is Ascension Day a day off in Finland in 2025?
Yes, Ascension Day is a day off in Finland in 2025. It is an official Finnish public holiday and falls on a weekday.
Is Ascension Day paid time off?
This site does not determine whether Ascension Day is paid time off for a specific job. Pay and work obligation can depend on law, collective agreements, employment contracts, and work schedules.
Is it a bank holiday?
Yes, Ascension Day is a bank holiday in Finland on Thursday, May 29, 2025.
Can this create a long weekend in 2025?
Yes, Ascension Day can potentially create a long weekend. Taking Friday, May 30, 2025 off can create a 4-day break.
Can I add it to my calendar?
Yes, you can add Ascension Day to your calendar as a single date or subscribe to all Finnish public holidays as a calendar feed.
Dates in nearby years
Related holidays
- Good Friday
- Easter Sunday
- Ascension Day
- Whit Sunday
Source note
Dates are calculated from Finnish statutory public holidays and commonly observed non-statutory days. Unofficial days are marked separately. Read sources and methodology.
Bank-holiday classification is based on the Bank of Finland bank-holiday table.