Holiday

Independence Day 2027 in Finland

Week 49 in 17 months

Independence Day 2027 is Monday, December 6, 2027, week 49. It is an official Finnish public holiday and falls on a weekday.

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About Independence Day

Itsenäisyyspäivä — marks Finland's 1917 declaration of independence from Russia. Evening tradition includes lighting two blue-and-white candles in windows and watching the Presidential Independence Day Reception on TV.

Long weekend

9-day break possible Tuesday, December 7, 2027 can be a bridge day with 4 vacation days.

  1. Sat 4
  2. Sun 5
  3. Mon 6
  4. Tue 7
  5. Wed 8
  6. Thu 9
  7. Fri 10
  8. Sat 11
  9. Sun 12
  • Independence Day
  • Vacation days to use
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Day details

Date Monday, December 6, 2027
Public holiday Yes
Day off Yes, for many
Bank holiday Yes
Next business day Tuesday, December 7, 2027
Long weekend Tuesday, December 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 Independence Day in 2027?

Independence Day is Monday, December 6, 2027, week 49.

Is Independence Day a day off in Finland in 2027?

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

Is Independence Day paid time off?

This site does not determine whether Independence 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, Independence Day is a bank holiday in Finland on Monday, December 6, 2027.

Can this create a long weekend in 2027?

Yes, Independence Day can potentially create a long weekend. Taking Tuesday, December 7, 2027 off can create a 9-day break.

Can I add it to my calendar?

Yes, you can add Independence 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 49 Weekend
2026 wk 49 Weekend
2027 wk 49 Yes
2028 wk 49 Yes
2029 wk 49 Yes
2030 wk 49 Yes

Related holidays

  1. All Saints’ Day
  2. Independence Day
  3. Christmas 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.