When is New Year’s Day in 2026?
New Year’s Day is Thursday, January 1, 2026, week 1.
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New Year’s Day 2026 in Finland
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New Year’s Day 2026 is Thursday, January 1, 2026, week 1. It is an official Finnish public holiday and falls on a weekday.
About New Year’s Day
Celebrates the start of the Gregorian calendar year. Public fireworks at midnight are a centuries-old tradition across Finnish cities.
Long weekend
4-day break possible Friday, January 2, 2026 can be a bridge day with 1 vacation day.
Day details
| Date | Thursday, January 1, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Public holiday | Yes |
| Day off | Yes, for many |
| Bank holiday | Yes |
| Next business day | Friday, January 2, 2026 |
| Long weekend | Friday, January 2, 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 New Year’s Day a day off in Finland in 2026?
Yes, New Year’s Day is a day off in Finland in 2026. It is an official Finnish public holiday and falls on a weekday.
Is New Year’s Day paid time off?
This site does not determine whether New Year’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, New Year’s Day is a bank holiday in Finland on Thursday, January 1, 2026.
Can this create a long weekend in 2026?
Yes, New Year’s Day can potentially create a long weekend. Taking Friday, January 2, 2026 off can create a 4-day break.
Can I add it to my calendar?
Yes, you can add New Year’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
- New Year’s Day
- Epiphany
- New Year’s Eve
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.