When is Good Friday in 2025?
Good Friday is Friday, April 18, 2025, week 16.
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Good Friday 2025 in Finland
Week 16 15 months ago
Good Friday 2025 is Friday, April 18, 2025, week 16. It is an official Finnish public holiday and falls on a weekday.
About Good Friday
Christian observance of the crucifixion of Jesus. One of the quietest days of the year in Finland — broadcast restrictions and shop limits remain stricter than on most other holidays.
Long weekend
10-day break possible Monday, April 14, 2025 can be a bridge day with 4 vacation days.
- Sat 12
- Sun 13
- Mon 14
- Tue 15
- Wed 16
- Thu 17
- Fri 18
- Sat 19
- Sun 20
- Mon 21
- Good Friday
- Vacation days to use
Day details
| Date | Friday, April 18, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Public holiday | Yes |
| Day off | Yes, for many |
| Bank holiday | Yes |
| Next business day | Tuesday, April 22, 2025 |
| Long weekend | Monday, April 14, 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 Good Friday a day off in Finland in 2025?
Yes, Good Friday is a day off in Finland in 2025. It is an official Finnish public holiday and falls on a weekday.
Is Good Friday paid time off?
This site does not determine whether Good Friday 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, Good Friday is a bank holiday in Finland on Friday, April 18, 2025.
Can this create a long weekend in 2025?
Yes, Good Friday can potentially create a long weekend. Taking Monday, April 14, 2025 off can create a 10-day break.
Can I add it to my calendar?
Yes, you can add Good Friday 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
- Easter Monday
- Ascension Day
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.