When is St. Stephen’s Day in 2025?
St. Stephen’s Day is Friday, December 26, 2025, week 52.
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St. Stephen’s Day 2025 in Finland
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St. Stephen’s Day 2025 is Friday, December 26, 2025, week 52. It is an official Finnish public holiday and falls on a weekday.
About St. Stephen’s Day
Tapaninpäivä — second day of Christmas, named for the first Christian martyr. Traditionally the day to leave the house after Christmas Eve and visit relatives, friends, or the woods.
Long weekend
9-day break possible Monday, December 22, 2025 can be a bridge day with 2 vacation days.
- Sat 20
- Sun 21
- Mon 22
- Tue 23
- Wed 24
- Thu 25
- Fri 26
- Sat 27
- Sun 28
- St. Stephen’s Day
- Vacation days to use
Day details
| Date | Friday, December 26, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Public holiday | Yes |
| Day off | Yes, for many |
| Bank holiday | Yes |
| Next business day | Monday, December 29, 2025 |
| Long weekend | Monday, December 22, 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 St. Stephen’s Day a day off in Finland in 2025?
Yes, St. Stephen’s Day is a day off in Finland in 2025. It is an official Finnish public holiday and falls on a weekday.
Is St. Stephen’s Day paid time off?
This site does not determine whether St. Stephen’s 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, St. Stephen’s Day is a bank holiday in Finland on Friday, December 26, 2025.
Can this create a long weekend in 2025?
Yes, St. Stephen’s Day can potentially create a long weekend. Taking Monday, December 22, 2025 off can create a 9-day break.
Can I add it to my calendar?
Yes, you can add St. Stephen’s 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
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Day
- St. Stephen’s 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.