When is Easter Sunday in 2026?
Easter Sunday is Sunday, April 5, 2026, week 14.
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Easter Sunday 2026 in Finland
Week 14 3 months ago
Easter Sunday 2026 is Sunday, April 5, 2026, week 14. It is an official Finnish public holiday, but it falls on a weekend and usually does not create an extra weekday off.
About Easter Sunday
Christian celebration of the resurrection of Jesus. Falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon following the spring equinox.
Long weekend
10-day break possible Monday, March 30, 2026 can be a bridge day with 4 vacation days.
- Sat 28
- Sun 29
- Mon 30
- Tue 31
- Wed 1
- Thu 2
- Fri 3
- Sat 4
- Sun 5
- Mon 6
- Easter Sunday
- Vacation days to use
Day details
| Date | Sunday, April 5, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Public holiday | Yes |
| Day off | Falls on a weekend |
| Bank holiday | No |
| Next business day | Tuesday, April 7, 2026 |
| Long weekend | Monday, March 30, 2026 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 Easter Sunday a day off in Finland in 2026?
Easter Sunday is an official Finnish public holiday in 2026, but it falls on a weekend, so it usually does not create an extra weekday off.
Is Easter Sunday paid time off?
This site does not determine whether Easter Sunday 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?
No, Easter Sunday is not a bank holiday in Finland on Sunday, April 5, 2026. The date is not listed in the Bank of Finland bank-holiday table.
Can this create a long weekend in 2026?
Yes, Easter Sunday can potentially create a long weekend. Taking Monday, March 30, 2026 off can create a 10-day break.
Can I add it to my calendar?
Yes, you can add Easter Sunday 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.