Holiday

Ascension Day 2027 in Finland

Week 18 in 10 months

Ascension Day 2027 is Thursday, May 6, 2027, week 18. It is an official Finnish public holiday and falls on a weekday.

About Ascension Day

Christian holiday marking Jesus' ascent to heaven, forty days after Easter. Always a Thursday — naturally creates a four-day weekend if you bridge the Friday.

Long weekend

4-day break possible Friday, May 7, 2027 can be a bridge day with 1 vacation day.

  1. Thu 6
  2. Fri 7
  3. Sat 8
  4. Sun 9
  • Ascension Day
  • Vacation days to use

Day details

Date Thursday, May 6, 2027
Public holiday Yes
Day off Yes, for many
Bank holiday Yes
Next business day Friday, May 7, 2027
Long weekend Friday, May 7, 2027 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

When is Ascension Day in 2027?

Ascension Day is Thursday, May 6, 2027, week 18.

Is Ascension Day a day off in Finland in 2027?

Yes, Ascension Day is a day off in Finland in 2027. It is an official Finnish public holiday and falls on a weekday.

Is Ascension Day paid time off?

This site does not determine whether Ascension 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, Ascension Day is a bank holiday in Finland on Thursday, May 6, 2027.

Can this create a long weekend in 2027?

Yes, Ascension Day can potentially create a long weekend. Taking Friday, May 7, 2027 off can create a 4-day break.

Can I add it to my calendar?

Yes, you can add Ascension Day to your calendar as a single date or subscribe to all Finnish public holidays as a calendar feed.

Dates in nearby years

Year Date week Type
2025 wk 22 Yes
2026 wk 20 Yes
2027 wk 18 Yes
2028 wk 21 Yes
2029 wk 19 Yes
2030 wk 22 Yes

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.