When is St. Stephen’s Day in 2026?
St. Stephen’s Day is Saturday, December 26, 2026, week 52.
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St. Stephen’s Day 2026 in Finland
Week 52 in 6 months
St. Stephen’s Day 2026 is Saturday, December 26, 2026, week 52. It is an official Finnish public holiday, but it falls on a weekend and usually does not create an extra weekday off.
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 21, 2026 can be a bridge day with 3 vacation days.
- Sat 19
- Sun 20
- Mon 21
- Tue 22
- Wed 23
- Thu 24
- Fri 25
- Sat 26
- Sun 27
- St. Stephen’s Day
- Vacation days to use
Day details
| Date | Saturday, December 26, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Public holiday | Yes |
| Day off | Falls on a weekend |
| Bank holiday | Yes |
| Next business day | Monday, December 28, 2026 |
| Long weekend | Monday, December 21, 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 St. Stephen’s Day a day off in Finland in 2026?
St. Stephen’s Day 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 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 Saturday, December 26, 2026.
Can this create a long weekend in 2026?
Yes, St. Stephen’s Day can potentially create a long weekend. Taking Monday, December 21, 2026 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.